Science

Wavelength-Dependent Shapeshifting: Plasmon-Mediated Growth Control

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Methods which allow predictable and reproducible control over the shape and defect structures of nanoparticles are a sought-after ideal...

NASA Rules Out Earth Impact in 2036 for Asteroid Apophis

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Asteroid Apophis was discovered on June 19, 2004.

NASA's GALEX Reveals the Largest-Known Spiral Galaxy

The spectacular barred spiral galaxy NGC 6872 has ranked among the biggest stellar systems for decades. Now a team of astronomers from the United States, Chile and Brazil has crowned it the largest known spiral, based on archival data from NASA's...

Life possible on extrasolar moons

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Artist’s conception of two extrasolar moons orbiting a giant gaseous planet.

Herschel intercepts asteroid Apophis

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Herschel’s three-colour view of...

News from the world of quantum physics: A non-causal quantum eraser

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This is a long time exposure photography viewing from Tenerife to La Palma. A green laser beam indicates the free-space link between the...

Particles of crystalline quartz wear away teeth: Study questions informative value of dental microwear for dietary habits of extinct species

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Surface of a tooth, with two large scratches (dark blue lines) that have been caused by quartz particles.

NASA, ESA Telescopes Find Evidence For Asteroid Belt Around Vega

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