University of Illinois Physics Professor Paul Kwiat and members of his research group have developed a new tool for precision measurement at the nanometer scale in scenarios where background noise and ...

Two years into a global pandemic with no end in sight is as good a time as any to try to get back into shape. To make that easier while minimizing regular trips to a public gym or doctor’s office, ...

Smart scales measure multiple metrics of body composition — not just your weight. Typically, they use bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), a noninvasive tool that evaluates your body composition by ...

"On a scale from one to ten, how would you rate your pain?" is the standard question doctors ask to assess pain. The problem ...

By using a quantum sensor to measure an atom’s position and motion simultaneously, which seemed contradictory to uncertainty ...

Whether or not you're a tool enthusiast or frequent DIYer, a tape measure is a must-have. For a homeowner figuring out where to fit new furniture, a hobbyist starting work on a project, or a ...