Quanta Magazine
Coverage of Quanta Magazine in the Nexus archive.
- Astrophysicists Puzzle over Webb's New Universe
Astrophysicists are examining unexpected findings from the James Webb Space Telescope's observations of the early universe. The article, published by Quanta Magazine, has generated discussion on Hacker News with 16 points and 4 comments.
- Entanglement Builds Space-Time. Now "Magic" Gives It Gravity
The article discusses how quantum entanglement constructs space-time and introduces a new concept called 'magic' that may explain how gravity emerges from this framework. It references a Quanta Magazine article and Hacker News comments on the topic.
- The Dirt That Refused to Die
The article discusses a persistent type of dirt that resists decomposition, raising questions about its environmental impact and resilience. It highlights ongoing research into why this dirt remains stable despite typical degradation processes.
- Alexander Grothendieck Revolutionized 20th-Century Mathematics
Alexander Grothendieck revolutionized 20th-century mathematics through groundbreaking contributions to algebraic geometry and category theory. The article highlights his transformative impact on modern mathematical research.
- What can we gain by losing infinity?
The article explores the implications of removing the concept of infinity from mathematics and physics, discussing how this might reshape foundational theories. It references debates among mathematicians and physicists about the necessity and consequences of such a shift.
- Physicists Discover the Most Complex Forms of Ice Yet
Physicists have discovered the most complex forms of ice yet, expanding our understanding of ice structures under extreme conditions. The study, reported by Quanta Magazine, highlights new insights into ice's molecular arrangements.