Most of us first hear about the irrational number π (pi)—rounded off as 3.14, with an infinite number of decimal digits—in ...

How assorted objects behave under hydraulic pressure shows varied material responses. Who is Nick Reiner? About Rob Reiner's ...

In this video, we’re solving the physics problem of finding the equilibrium of a penguin on a plank! 🐧⚖️ We’ll walk through how to calculate the forces acting on the plank and the penguin, and ...

A tiny fleet of gold nanorobots is teaching stem cells how to become bone. At the same time, another lab is using gentle pulses of pressure to coax single cells into building mineral and collagen.

Three thought experiments involving “demons” have haunted physics for centuries. What should we make of them today?

The story seems almost too perfect, and has probably been exaggerated for effect, but it’s delightful even without those bits ...

For years, rumors swirled about where his wealth came from. A Times investigation reveals the truth of how a college dropout clawed his way to the pinnacle of American finance and society.

Combining artificial intelligence with a conventional climate model can predict heatwaves faster than the standard model ...

Scientists have detected tiny lightning bolts on Mars for the first time — they were found discharging around NASA's Perseverance rover and coming from dust-storm fronts and whirling dust devils.

From the tragedy of the space shuttle Columbia disaster in 2003 to the now-routine return of commercial spacecraft, heat shields—formally called thermal protection systems—are critical for protecting ...

Most reputable programs look for a GPA of at least 3.0, although the more competitive institutions may require a 3.5 or ...

A P500 Noche Buena assumes that Christmas is a minimalist Scandinavian experience — ham as accent piece, pasta as decor, fruit salad as garnish for your hopes ...