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Scientists Made Titanium Float—even after the Material Cracked

A 3D-printed titanium–polymer lattice floated for months and stayed buoyant after cracking, though long-term ocean performance remains untested.

Scientists Reconstruct an Exciton’s First 400 Femtoseconds

Physics · Peer reviewed. Ultrafast measurements reconstruct an exciton contracting by about 25%—a new view of light-driven energy transport.

Why Is The Dead Sea So Salty?

The Dead Sea is a landlocked salt lake bordered by Jordan to the east and Israel and Palestine to the west. It is a remarkable body of water known for…

Will Hot Water Freeze Faster Than Cold Water?

The idea of whether hot water freezes faster than cold water is known as the Mpemba effect. This doesn’t always happen and depends on different things like how much water…