For years, the idea that we might be living inside a vast computer program has drifted from philosophy seminars into ...

It is book week here at Physics World and over the course of three days we are presenting conversations with the authors of ...

Attempts to describe quantum physics are rarely enjoyable, but Paul Davies' zeal in Quantum 2.0 sometimes steers too close to ...

Physics is the study of the underlying laws and mechanisms explaining how the universe works. Most of what we do in daily life is based on a principle or law of physics—dealing with forces, motion, ...

Their videos have accumulated more than 500,000,000 views thanks in large part to the unbridled energy of Professor Tatiana Erukhimova, who conducts physics shows to kids as part of the university's ...

As well as the rich physics of coffee, we chat about strategies for finding the best parking spot and the efficient boarding of aeroplanes. If you have ever wondered why a runner’s ponytail swings ...

Once a month, Penn State science students put away their 400-level textbooks and get back to the basics, teaching students at Park Forest Elementary about physics and engineering. Emma Steinebronn, a ...

It’s not uncommon, especially in the realm of science fiction, to encounter words or phrases like “quantum physics” or “the quantum realm.” So many people are fascinated by the inner workings of our ...

I was disturbed as well as saddened when I read the Herald's report about negative perceptions of the Department of Physics last week ("University Striving to Improve Academic Climate for Women," ...