Mathematicians Transcend a Geometric Theory of Motion
More than 30 years ago, Andreas Floer changed geometry. Now, two mathematicians have finally figured out how to extend his revolutionary perspective......»»
J. Robert Oppenheimer"s early work revolutionized the field of quantum chemistry, and his theory is still used today
The release of the film "Oppenheimer," in July 2023, has renewed interest in the enigmatic scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer's life. While Oppenheimer will always be recognized as the father of the atomic bomb, his early contributions to quantum mechan.....»»
How many lottery tickets do you need to buy to guarantee a win? Mathematicians find the answer
Mathematicians at The University of Manchester have answered the question: How many lottery tickets do you need to buy to guarantee wining something on the U.K. National Lottery?.....»»
Vision Pro displays use tech designed to reduce eyestrain and motion sickness
A newly published Apple patent describes how Vision Pro displays use technology designed to reduce both motion sickness and eyestrain. While motion sickness is a known concern with head-mounted displays, an eyestrain issue caused by the illusions.....»»
Apple is teaching Siri how to read lips
Future Apple devices may be able to use motion detection to read lips, and so trigger Siri without needing a microphone to constantly listen out for commands.HAL 9000 background source: Warner BrosIf you're old enough, the notion of Siri being able t.....»»
Many people feel they work in pointless, meaningless jobs, research confirms
The theory that many people feel the work they do is pointless because their jobs are "bullshit" has been confirmed by a new study......»»
Scientists uncover a surprising connection between number theory and evolutionary genetics
Number theory, the study of the properties of positive integers, is perhaps the purest form of mathematics. At first sight, it may seem far too abstract to apply to the natural world. In fact, the influential American number theorist Leonard Dickson.....»»
If rogue planets are everywhere, how could we explore them?
At one time, astronomers believed that the planets formed in their current orbits, which remained stable over time. But more recent observations, theory, and calculations have shown that planetary systems are subject to shake-ups and change. Periodic.....»»
Machine learning meets behavioral neuroscience: Allowing for a more precise phenotyping
A new computer program allows scientists to observe the behavior of multiple animals simultaneously and over extended periods, while automatically analyzing their motion. What may seem obvious marks a significant milestone, and paves the way for robu.....»»
$1 Million Will Go to the Mathematician Who Busts the "ABC Conjecture" Theory
The founder of a Japanese media company has offered a large cash prize to anyone who can find a flaw in an unusual proof .....»»
Your genetic code has lots of "words" for the same thing—information theory may help explain the redundancies
Nearly all life, from bacteria to humans, uses the same genetic code. This code acts as a dictionary, translating genes into the amino acids used to build proteins. The universality of the genetic code indicates a common ancestry among all living org.....»»
Researchers demonstrate scaling of aligned carbon nanotube transistors to below sub-10 nm nodes
Carbon nanotubes, large cylindrical molecules composed of hybridized carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal structure, recently attracted significant attention among electronics engineers. Due to their geometric configuration and advantageous electroni.....»»
What is the Soap Opera Effect? How to disable motion smoothing on your TV
Does your movie or show look too real? That's motion smoothing or video interpolation, aka the Soap Opera Effect. Here's what it is and how to turn it off......»»
How to set up Ring motion zones
Ring video doorbells and security cameras allow you to customize their motion zones. Here's how to use the feature, along with tips to optimize performance......»»
Mathematicians simulate origin and evolution of biodiversity
Wageningen scientists have simulated the evolution of biodiversity through a mathematical approach. In doing so, they proved the long-held belief among biologists that biodiversity creates robust ecosystems. The researchers published their results in.....»»
New paper on the value of international partnerships for co-producing just cities
Beth Perry, Vanesa Castán Broto and their colleagues Zarina Patel and Rita Sitas have published a new open access paper the journal Planning Theory, titled "The value of international partnerships for co-producing just cities.".....»»
Can AI Replace Actors? Here"s How Digital Double Tech Works
Motion capture and detailed face scans allow TV and film production teams to replicate a performer’s likeness. Generative AI is making the process faster and easier.....»»
New advances in formation theory of supermassive black holes
With breakthroughs in astronomical observation, scientists now have confirmed the existence of supermassive black holes at the centers of galaxies. The recent release of black hole images has further charged people's curiosity about black holes while.....»»
Space geodetic observations help reveal variations in Earth"s surface loads
Motion of the Earth's surface mass, including the atmosphere and oceans as well as hydrology and glacier melting, causes the redistribution of Earth's surface loads, deformation of the solid Earth, and variations in the gravity field......»»
Study proposes combining continuum mechanics with Einstein field equations
Albert Einstein's general theory of relativity is a landmark in our understanding of the universe. It gave rise to the notion of a spacetime continuum against which all physical phenomena play out. But over the decades, it has inspired many questions.....»»
Why Do Cats Land on Their Feet? Physics Explains
As it turns out, felines can survive a fall from any height—at least in theory.....»»