Levitating particles in a vacuum
Levitation of both large objects and of single atoms has become a widely used technique in science and engineering. In the last years, many researchers have started to explore a new horizon: the levitation of nano- and micro-particles—still smaller.....»»
DNA particles that mimic viruses hold promise as vaccines
Using a virus-like delivery particle made from DNA, researchers from MIT and the Ragon Institute of MGH, MIT, and Harvard have created a vaccine that can induce a strong antibody response against SARS-CoV-2......»»
Research reveals quantum entanglement among quarks
Collisions of high energy particles produce "jets" of quarks, anti-quarks, or gluons. Due to the phenomenon called confinement, scientists cannot directly detect quarks. Instead, the quarks from these collisions fragment into many secondary particles.....»»
Air pollution from Canada’s tar sands is much worse than we thought
Oil operations release vast quantities of damaging particles and noxious compounds. Enlarge / Aerial view of the Athabasca oil sands near Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada. (credit: Bloomberg Creative via Getty) Canada’s.....»»
Salsa"s last dance targets reentry over South Pacific
Launched in 2000, Cluster is a unique constellation of four identical spacecraft investigating the interaction between the sun and Earth's magnetosphere—our shield against the charged gas, energetic particles and magnetic field coming from our star.....»»
Shaping the dawn of the quantum age
Electrons that spin to the right and the left at the same time. Particles that change their states together, even though they are separated by enormous distances. Intriguing phenomena like these are completely commonplace in the world of quantum phys.....»»
This week"s best robot vacuum deals include almost every Roomba and the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra
Get a self-emptying, mopping Roomba with obstacle avoidance for under $500 or take your pick of a 2023 Roborock model on sale now that new models have dropped at CES. UPDATE: Jan. 24, 2024, 12:15 p.m. EST This story has been updated to incl.....»»
There aren"t many Dyson deals this week, but we found a few hidden gems
Get the cordless V15 Detect vacuum with a laser for $599.99 or a refurbished Supersonic hair dryer for $249.99 as of Jan. 22. UPDATE: Jan. 22, 2024, 2:00 p.m. EST This post has been updated with the latest list of Dyson vacuums, air-purifyi.....»»
Hurry, this iRobot Roomba vacuum is on sale for under $160 today at Amazon
Today's best robot vacuum deal features the iRobot Roomba 694 for just $159.97 at Amazon. SAVE 42%: In today's limited-time deal at Amazon, the iRobot Roomba 694 robot vacuum is on sale for just $159.97, down from $279.99. That's $120.02 off......»»
Tiny water-walking bugs provide scientists with insights on how microplastics are pushed underwater
Microplastics are tiny plastic particles that can cause big problems when they enter the water supply. One way my fluid dynamics lab explores microplastic movement is by studying how tiny water-walking insects are pushed underwater by raindrops......»»
Daily deals Jan. 23: $399 iPad mini, $524 Apple Watch Ultra, 50% off 98" TCL 4K TV, more
Today's top deals include $50 off an Apple MagSafe Duo charger, $100 off an Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro, $500 off a Samsung 85" 4K Smart Tizen TV, $399 Dyson vacuum, and more.Deep discounts on Magic Keyboard & iPad miniThe AppleInsider crew sco.....»»
New research sheds light on a phenomenon known as "false vacuum decay"
An experiment conducted in Italy, with theory support from Newcastle University, has produced the first experimental evidence of vacuum decay......»»
Protons reveal universal phenomenon of maximal entanglement
When a high-energy photon strikes a proton, secondary particles diverge in a way that indicates that the inside of the proton is maximally entangled. An international team of physicists with the participation of the Institute of Nuclear Physics of th.....»»
Making a superconductor liquid–solid out of the vacuum with hundred-exatesla-strong magnetic fields
The discovery of superconductivity more than a century ago has significantly changed our world......»»
Roomba robot vacuum deals: Save on Combo j7+, j5+, 694, more
The New Year has arrived, so a bunch of top brands are offering their best sales of the season. The latest addition to the list … The post Roomba robot vacuum deals: Save on Combo j7+, j5+, 694, more appeared first on BGR. The New Ye.....»»
Daily deals Jan. 15: $1,300 off M1 Max MacBook Pro, 59% off Apple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad, 20% off AirPods Max, more
Today's top deals include $300 off an Epson home cinema 4K projector, 60% off an Ecovacs Deebot T9+ robot vacuum and mop, 72% off a WeMo Smart secure video doorbell, 18% off an iPhone 11 Pro Max, and more.Save $1,300 on an M1 Max MacBook ProThe Apple.....»»
Daily deals Jan. 12: $50 off Magic Keyboard & Case for iPad Pro, 31% off iPad Pro, $60 off AirPods Pro 2, more
Today's top deals include $150 off a Shark Cordless Pro Stick vacuum cleaner, 10% off an Apple Pencil, 30% off an Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K, 68% off Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Portal wireless headphones, 43% off Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, and more.Get $50.....»»
Hurry! This popular Roomba robot vacuum is 20% off right now
The iRobot Roomba 694 Robot Vacuum is now 20% off, dropping from $275 to $220 for a limited time at Amazon......»»
Need a cheap vacuum? The Samsung Jet is half off today
Samsung A clean home is a happy home, and it’s time to tidy up. The key to a spotless home: a sturdy, reliable vacuum, and this is perfect for the cause. For a limited time you can get the Samsung Jet for half the price. Originally $300, you ca.....»»
More aerosol particles than thought are forming over Siberia, finds study
Aerosol particles play a key role in cooling the planet. They can either directly affect how much sunlight ends up on the surface of the Earth or indirectly through cloud formation, to which they contribute. New particles form from a variety of gas m.....»»
Daily deals Jan. 10: Apple TV 4K $115, Apple MagSafe Charger $29, 49% off Beats Studio Pro, more
Today's hottest deals include a Case-Mate iPhone 13 Pro Max case for $5, $200 off an Asus Rog Ally gaming handheld, 43% off a Roborock Q7 Max+ robot vacuum mop cleaner, 76% off an HTC Vive Focus Plus VR headset bundle, and more.Save on the Apple TV 4.....»»