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Gamma-ray laser moves a step closer to reality

Posted: 06 Dec 2019 12:29 PM PST

A physicist has performed calculations showing hollow spherical bubbles filled with a gas of positronium atoms are stable in liquid helium. The calculations take scientists a step closer to realizing a gamma-ray laser.

New instrument extends LIGO's reach

Posted: 05 Dec 2019 08:31 AM PST

Technology 'squeezes' out quantum noise so more gravitational wave signals can be detected.

What is a scream? The acoustics of a primal human call

Posted: 05 Dec 2019 08:31 AM PST

Listeners show strong agreement for parameters of a scream, including a higher pitch, roughness and a higher peak frequency.