‘Quantum coherence’ survives in ultracold molecules
Scientists are hot on the trail of a process called quantum coherence, the ability of particles to maintain phase relationships and exist in multiple states...
NSF selects David B. Berkowitz as new assistant director for the Mathematics and Physical Sciences Directorate
The U.S. National Science Foundation has selected David B. Berkowitz as assistant director for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS), starting September 9, 2024. Berkowitz will manage...
New NSF centers will take a multidisciplinary approach to pandemic prediction and prevention
Early detection and prevention of potential pandemics — whether they affect humans, animals or plants — are vital to the health, economy and security of...
Rising water levels benefit all
Conserving water flow to the Great Salt Lake in Utah will reduce dust exposure for all residents, especially those who are Hispanic, Pacific Islander and...
NSF announces 4 new Engineering Research Centers focused on biotechnology, manufacturing, robotics and sustainability
Engineering innovations transform our lives and energize the economy. The U.S. National Science Foundation announces a five-year investment of $104 million, with a potential 10-year...
NSF announces 4 new Engineering Research Centers focused on biotechnology, manufacturing, robotics and sustainability
Engineering innovations transform our lives and energize the economy. The U.S. National Science Foundation announces a five-year investment of $104 million, with a potential 10-year...
The disappearing mountains and hungry volcano
Once upon a time, the Teton Range, a 40-mile-long mountain range in the northern Rocky Mountains, may have extended much longer than it does now.A...
Unfrozen layers in dryland permafrost are unexpected source of methane
Permafrost is permanently frozen soil in the coldest areas of the planet. Although it has trapped organic carbon from the remains of plants and animals...
NSF awards $38M to strengthen research infrastructure, build partnerships and improve STEM workforce development
The U.S. National Science Foundation has awarded researchers in Maine, Mississippi, New Mexico, Puerto Rico and Rhode Island roughly $38 million through the Established Program to...
NSF awards $38M to strengthen research infrastructure, build partnerships and improve STEM workforce development
The U.S. National Science Foundation has awarded researchers in Maine, Mississippi, New Mexico, Puerto Rico and Rhode Island roughly $38 million through the Established Program to...