Virtual particles may not be real, but they help physicists track how forces move, and allow for incredibly precise ...

It’s easy to understand that as the piston comes to the top and stops, it sends an upward force, called a primary force. What’s more difficult to visualize are the secondary forces, which result from ...

In the race to uncover the deepest secrets of the universe, researchers are turning to powerful new tools. One of the most promising tools is the quantum computer. It offers a way to explore problems ...

A new study turns long-held conventional wisdom about a certain type of polymer on its head, greatly expanding understanding of how some of biochemistry's fundamental forces work. The study opens the ...