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In a new study published in Optica, researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder have used doughnut-shaped beams of light to take detailed images of objects too tiny to view with traditional microscopes.

Disc golf is booming, with record numbers of players turning up each year to partake in the disc-throwing sport. It is also whizzing and whistling. In fact, the sound a disc makes while soaring through the air toward its...

In a study published in the journal Nuclear Science and Techniques, researchers from Sun Yat-sen University have conducted a novel study on neutron capture by bromine at the China Spallation Neutron Source, providing inv...

The generation, modulation, and detection of polarized light play a pivotal role across diverse fields, including optical communication, laser processing, dynamic displays, and biomedical imaging. The advancement of mult...

A new study reveals that artificial intelligence systems are more susceptible to adversarial attacks than previously believed, making them vulnerable to manipulation that can lead to incorrect decisions. Researchers foun...

A groundbreaking study successfully restored cognitive function in patients with lasting impairments from traumatic brain injuries using deep-brain-stimulation devices. This innovative technique targets the central later...

When microscopes struggle to pick up faint signals, it's like trying to spot subtle details in a painting or photograph without your glasses. For researchers, this makes it difficult to catch the small things happening i...

Neurodegenerative diseases share a common factor: protein misfolding and deposits in the brain. Misfolded proteins can lead to toxic activity or the loss of the protein's physiological function, causing damage to neurons...

Immune system cells' response in the brain's protective covering may contribute to cognitive decline in individuals with chronic high blood pressure. New research provides insights into new ways to counteract high blood ...

People with PTSD feel like they're reliving past experiences in the present. This may be tied to how the brain processes memories of those experiences.

A female megamouth shark was found in the Philippines with one pup alongside her and six fetuses inside her body

While optimism is often celebrated, a new study reveals that excessive optimism can lead to poor decision-making, particularly in financial matters. The research shows that individuals with high cognitive ability tend to...

The reversible mat is perfect for high-intensity training, post-workout stretching, and yoga classes, and can make your exercise more comfortable.

A device that was implanted into the brains of people with traumatic brain injuries substantially improved their cognitive function a year later, a small study suggests

Artificial intelligence may never reach its full potential without a body to interact with the physical world. Roboticist Josh Bongard says that the push for "embodied AI" is suggesting a rethink of what it means to desi...

The Bowflex SelectTech 2080 replaces seven weights, ranges up to 80 lbs, and comes with a two-month JRNY subscription for virtual workouts.

An international research team led by quantum physicist Markus Arndt (University of Vienna) has achieved a breakthrough in the detection of protein ions: Due to their high energy sensitivity, superconducting nanowire det...

A study reveals that repeated use of ketamine leads to structural changes in the brain's dopamine system, emphasizing the need for targeted ketamine therapies. The research suggests that specific brain regions should be ...

A radical theory that consistently unifies gravity and quantum mechanics while preserving Einstein's classical concept of spacetime has been announced in two papers published simultaneously by UCL (University College Lon...

The field of attosecond physics was established with the mission of exploring light-matter interactions at unprecedented time resolutions. Recent advancements in this field have allowed physicists to shed new light on th...

To hold and cool computer servers, China has installed a 1300-tonne watertight cabin on the shallow seafloor - it is the first of 100 planned for an underwater data centre

A new study reveals an increase in cannabis use among older Americans, with 12% reporting THC-containing substance consumption in the past year, a rise from pre-pandemic levels. The study highlights a connection between ...