Images of the supermassive black holes wouldn’t have been possible if mimetic gravity was the right recipe for gravity.
Robert Lea
Robert Lea is a science journalist in the United Kingdom specializing in space and physics reporting. His articles have been published in Space, Physics World, Popular Mechanics, Live Science, and Newsweek.
Liquid crystals bring a smoother switch between augmented and virtual reality
Temperature-sensitive materials seamlessly switch between VR and AR in headsets, paving the way for better extended reality experiences.
Autonomous robot swarms come together to perform a variety of missions
Researchers have developed an optimization program to design the behavior of small e-puck robots to allow them to work in unison.
Scientists develop “web-shooters” tech inspired by Spider-Man
With great power comes great responsibility—even for real-life, superhero-inspired web-slinging tech!
Bacteria in wastewater could be breaking plastics down for food
A common bacteria found growing on plastic in urban wastewater could provide new bioengineering solutions to clean up plastic waste.
Black hole jet lights up dead stars like a cosmic blowtorch
Using the Hubble Space Telescope, astronomers discovered the jet from a black hole, triggering nova explosions along its path.
A robot made from radish sprouts and the rise of plant-based machines
Radish sprouts power a new wave of eco-friendly robots that move, grow, and could even be eaten after their work is done.
Remote-controlled robot is changing the game for endoscopes
A new teleoperated robot makes it possible to perform endoscopes remotely, making the procedure available in underserviced regions.
Routine test misses 70% of gestational diabetes cases
A new study urges doctors to turn to more dependable tests to prevent the development of type II diabetes in mothers and children.
Misinformation spreads like a nuclear reaction on the internet
The new model simulating nuclear fission replicates the start and spread of rumors founded in misinformation.