After Carl Wieman won the Nobel Prize for physics in 2001 for, as he puts it, “shining lasers on atoms” in a new way that gave experimental proof to a theory by Albert Einstein, Wieman decided to ...

An unexpected anomaly is only as disruptive as the framework it challenges, and in modern physics that framework is a meticulously tuned playbook of equations, approximations and shared assumptions.

Before Covid-19, when I taught in person, I always asked my students to post weekly essays on a discussion board I call the “sandbox.” During the pandemic, the sandbox has proved an effective way to ...

Sticking to a healthy sleep schedule, making sure you’re properly hydrated, and downing a cup (or two) of caffeinated tea or coffee are all sound strategies for staying away in class. Share on ...

Craig Merrett receives funding from the Office of Naval Research and L3Harris. He is affiliated with the American Institute for Aeronautics and Astronautics, and is a licensed professional engineering ...

Failing a class in college is weirdly taboo, even though it happens to all kinds of students. If you found this post, you’re likely facing the likelihood of failing a class. It’s hard to know what to ...

If you’re like me, you won’t enjoy hearing any of the above remarks—from your partner, boss, or children. No one ever really wants to hear direct criticism, but difficult truths still need to be ...

If you no longer need or want a scheduled task, you can delete it from your computer. We can delete a Scheduled Task in Windows 11/10 in an easy way. We’ll explore this topic using the methods ...

Two leading scientists discuss the future of their field. Credit...Ariel Davis Supported by By Dennis Overbye The future belongs to those who prepare for it, as scientists who petition federal ...

What can we do as individuals to make physics a more inclusive environment? Jenni Dyer shares her top five tips A balanced workforce Recruiting and retaining a diverse staff makes good financial sense ...

A little over three years ago, we spearheaded the opening of two lactation rooms at the George E. Edgecomb Courthouse in Tampa. From the outset, we knew it was imperative to recount our experience and ...