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MIT Scientists Discuss Observing the Dark Universe and Planetary Defense on GBH's 'The Curiosity Desk'

Professors from MIT's School of Science appeared on the science show to talk about the latest advancements in gravitational wave detection and asteroid monitoring.

Caltech Breakthrough Brings Quantum Computers Closer to Reality

Theoretical discovery shows quantum computers could be built with just 10,000 qubits, significantly reducing the resources needed.

MIT Scientists Discuss Breakthroughs in Gravitational Waves and Planetary Defense on GBH's 'The Curiosity Desk'

LIGO researchers and asteroid experts share insights on the latest discoveries and technologies advancing fundamental physics and space exploration.

Chip-Scale Lasers Power Quantum Experiments on Trapped Ions

Researchers demonstrate portable, stabilized laser chips that can drive atomic clocks and quantum computers.

Fort Collins Teams Triumph at Science Bowl Regionals

Two local schools qualify for national competition after winning regional event.

UC Aerocats Soar to Top Finish in Elite Flight Competition

Student aerospace engineering team places 4th overall and 1st among advanced teams at prestigious aviation contest.

WVU Aerospace Student Earns National Aerospace Honor

Noah C. Parsons recognized by Aviation Week for aerospace engineering research

UMass Amherst Research Demonstrates New Technology for Shrinking Quantum Computers

Chip-scale laser and ion-trap components could significantly reduce the size of quantum computing hardware.

NCMC to Host Statewide SkillsUSA Robotics Competition

High-stakes contest challenges students to design and implement automated robotic work cells.

Scientists Detect Mysterious High-Energy Neutrino, Sparking Theories of Exploding Black Hole

The detection of a record-breaking subatomic particle has astrophysicists speculating about the existence of primordial black holes and a possible cosmic explosion.

UCF Researchers Crack Scalable Quantum Entanglement

Breakthrough could enable more robust and complex quantum computing and sensing

PNNL Computational Scientist Named AAAS Fellow

Margaret Cheung recognized for significant contributions and achievements in scientific research and applications.

Cow's Broom-Scratching Behavior Offers Insights Into Scientific Discovery

Mariangela Lisanti explores how the rare observation of an Austrian cow using a broom to scratch itself relates to the nature of scientific research.

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