Wavelength-Dependent Shapeshifting: Plasmon-Mediated Growth Control
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
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
Artist’s conception of two extrasolar moons orbiting a giant gaseous planet.
Herschel intercepts asteroid Apophis
Herschel’s three-colour view of...
News from the world of quantum physics: A non-causal quantum eraser
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
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