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01/26/21

Organizers of the planning exercise that helps shape the future of US particle physics have moved its final workshop back by one year.

Students become scientists on International Cosmic Day

10/01/24

Chris Patrick

Every November, students, teachers and scientists worldwide gather virtually to learn about Earth’s cosmic visitors.

01/27/15

Scientist Helen Quinn has had a significant impact on the field of theoretical physics.

01/23/15

You won't find these magnets in your kitchen.

01/22/15

The Dark Energy Camera does more than its name would lead you to believe.

01/20/15

Make a cloud chamber and watch fundamental particles zip through your living room!

01/13/15

Dark matter might be made up of a type of particle not many scientists are looking for: the axion.

01/12/15

After more than six years of grinding and polishing, the first-ever dual-surface mirror for a major telescope is complete.

01/08/15

An update to technology more than a century old might be key to making the next big discovery in particle physics.

01/07/15

How far will scientists go to cut through the noise in search of a subtle signal?