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Jan 18

Geostationary satellite enables better precipitation and flood predictions

Geostationary satellite enables better precipitation and flood predictions

by jens wilkinson | Jan 18, 2018 | Hot Off the Press

Data from the Himawari-8 geosynchronous satellite was used in weather simulations to improve forecasts of sudden precipitation and tropical storm development.

Nov 24

Most precise measurement ever of proton magnetic moment

Most precise measurement ever of proton magnetic moment

by jens wilkinson | Nov 24, 2017 | Hot Off the Press

Using a sophisticated setup, scientists have made the most precise measurement to date of the proton magnetic moment.

Nov 9

Proton and antiproton still seem identical

Proton and antiproton still seem identical

by jens wilkinson | Nov 9, 2017 | Hot Off the Press

Using a novel two-particle measurement method, scientists have measured the magnetic moment of the antiproton at a precision 350 times higher than any previous measurement.

Oct 3

Random movements help color-detecting cells form the proper pattern

Random movements help color-detecting cells form the proper pattern

by jens wilkinson | Oct 3, 2017 | Hot Off the Press

Scientists have used a mathematical model to explain why zebrafish cone cells in the eye are arranged in a specific pattern in all individuals.

Sep 22

Solar cells you can put in the wash

Solar cells you can put in the wash

by jens wilkinson | Sep 22, 2017 | Hot Off the Press

Scientists have developed ultra-thin photovoltaic solar cells that can be incorporated into fabric and even washed.

Jul 21

Protons are lighter than previously thought

Protons are lighter than previously thought

by jens wilkinson | Jul 21, 2017 | Hot Off the Press

A new and most precise measurement of protons shows that they are lighter than previously thought.