Joseph ShavitFeb 14, 2022The true nature of dark matter and ordinary matter interactionsA new study suggests the existence of a direct interaction between the elementary particles that make up the dark matter and ordinary matter
Joseph ShavitFeb 10, 2022Major question in Einstein’s photoelectric effect finally answered The photoelectric effect is a phenomenon in which electrons are ejected from the surface of a metal when light is incident on it.
Joseph ShavitJan 27, 2022For the first time ever, scientists create matter directly from collisions of lightNuclear scientists have used a powerful particle accelerator to create matter directly from collisions of light.
Joseph ShavitDec 15, 2021What is quantum entanglement and why do physicists want to harness it“Quantum entanglement” is one of several plot devices that appear in modern science fiction movies. But the term isn’t just a buzzword.
Joseph ShavitOct 6, 2021Researchers snap first image of an 'electron ice'More than 90 years ago, physicist Eugene Wigner predicted that at low densities and cold temperatures, electrons would freze into place.