Study overturns 180-year physics rule about light–matter interaction
Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have overturned a 180-year-old scientific assumption, proving that the magnetic component…
Tomislav Topić Meticulously Layers Hundreds of Panels into Prismatic Mesh Installations — Colossal
From dozens of painted mesh fabric panels, Tomislav Topić’s undulating, site-specific installations transform airy spaces into immersive experiences.…
Light-controlled material changes shape in 1D, 2D, or 3D on demand
In the future, there could be materials that can reconfigure themselves on demand, adapting their structure and properties…
Seasonal Depression May Have ‘Overlooked’ Cause
As the days become shorter and nights get longer, many brace for the winter blues. But what actually causes them? For decades,…
Youth mental health crisis: New reports shed light on what’s driving it and why social media is an ‘amplifier’
The second report – Addressing Youth Mental Distress – builds on this by reviewing what works to improve…
Scientists Reveal What a Single Photon Really Looks Like for the First Time
A visualization of a photon made by the authors of the new study. Credit: Benjamin Yuen When we…
‘Squeezed light’ might be the secret to building the quantum internet
Imagine a future where the internet isn’t just fast, it’s fundamentally different. Where information doesn’t travel through cables…
UCLA scientists use light to create energy-efficient generative AI models
Artificial intelligence has dazzled the world with its ability to create pictures, words, and even music from scratch.…
A new Chromebook tablet ‘Sapphire’ just appeared with a decidedly ‘Made By Google’ feature
The discovery of ‘Tanjiro’—the reference board for a new generation of MediaTek Kompanio Ultra-powered Chromebook tablets—was already easily…
Through Illuminated Compositions, Raúl de Nieves Transforms a Hall into a Bold Sanctuary — Colossal
In a monumental new installation, Raúl de Nieves brings Catholic imagery, Mexican folklore, and tarot into dazzling view.…
Scientists Identify Rare Blue Pigment in Iconic Jackson Pollock Painting—But It’s Now Off-Limits
Jackson Pollock was a famous American painter best known for his abstract expressionism, including the “drip and splash”…
Song Dong’s Monumental Installations Mirror Memories, Globalization, and Impermanence — Colossal
Mirrors, lights, and household furnishings converge on a grand scale in the luminous installations of Song Dong. The…