Physicists may have uncovered a surprising new clue that string theory—the idea that the universe is built from unimaginably tiny vibrating strings—could be more than just a mathematical fantasy.

If you could take an apple and break it into smaller and smaller parts, you would find molecules, then atoms, followed by subatomic particles like protons and the quarks and gluons that make them up.

Executive function describes a set of cognitive processes and mental skills that help an individual plan, monitor, and successfully execute their goals. The “executive functions,” as they’re known, ...

Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural Kansas with his wife and two young boys makes finding ways to stay online tricky — not to mention making my homestead smarter.

The next time you’re listening to someone play guitar — be it a big-name artist or your favorite local musician — there’s a good chance a critical part of their guitar string was made right here in ...

With summer on the horizon, we all want to spruce up our backyards and patios — and outdoor string lights are a great way to create a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Whether with vintage Edison-style ...

The centrosome is the major microtubule-organizing centre (MTOC) in eukaryotic cells, being comprised of two centrioles surrounded by an electron-dense matrix, the pericentriolar material (PCM). The ...

Epithelial cells form a layer in which an apical surface is exposed to the external environment and to other forms of stress in ducts in specialized organs. As such, epithelial cells require robust ...

Adam Hayes, Ph.D., CFA, is a financial writer with 15+ years Wall Street experience as a derivatives trader. Besides his extensive derivative trading expertise, Adam is an expert in economics and ...