‘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...
Despite regional variation, pinyon jay densities generally increase with local pinyon–juniper cover and heterogeneous ground cover
Within areas of overlapping sagebrush and pinyon-juniper ecosystems, wildlife populations are declining due to habitat fragmentation and degradation, changing climate, and human development. However, management...
Study finds salamanders are surprisingly abundant in northeastern forests
A red-backed salamander. Scientists knew that red-backed salamanders were abundant in eastern North America, but a recent study found their densities and biomass across the...
Lighting the way for quantum innovation
Sandia National Laboratories is collaborating with Arizona State University to advance how light can carry quantum information. Instead of using typical large optical tables, Sandia...