Experiment observes quantum radiation reaction as electrons hit an ultra-intense laser

by quasarn01 | Mar 17, 2026 | Latest in Physics

For the first time, a quantum radiation reaction in strong electromagnetic fields has been demonstrated experimentally by allowing electrons to collide with an extremely intense and powerful laser beam. The research findings provide insights needed for new...

Asteroid Bennu’s rugged surface baffled NASA—now, we finally know why

by quasarn01 | Mar 17, 2026 | Astronomy

In one of the biggest surprises of NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission, its target asteroid, Bennu, turned out to be a jagged, rugged world covered in large boulders, with few of the smooth patches that earlier observations from Earth-based instruments had indicated. Go...

Suspected meteor falling over Cleveland could be seen several states away

by quasarn01 | Mar 17, 2026 | Astronomy

A suspected meteor that fell over the Cleveland area on Tuesday shook homes and startled residents who heard a boom that some compared to an explosion. Go to Source

Mathematical foundations for noise-tolerant quantum catalysts in real-world environments

by quasarn01 | Mar 17, 2026 | Latest in Physics

Quantum catalysts are specialized resources that enable quantum state transformations previously thought impossible, holding promise for advancements in quantum computing and thermodynamics. A recent international study has identified the conditions under which these...

Scientists discover new heavy proton-like particle at CERN

by quasarn01 | Mar 17, 2026 | Latest in Physics

Scientists from the University of Manchester have played a leading role in the discovery of a new subatomic particle at CERN’s Large Hadron Collider (LHC). The particle, known as the Ξcc⁺ (Xi‑cc‑plus), is a new type of heavy proton-like particle containing two...