Science & Technology

Researchers identify how warming oceans may trigger increased methane emissions, adding a key insight for current climate models.

Novel lasers utilize individual particles of vibration or sound to measure quantum mechanics and gravity.

The partnership aims to bridge fusion science and commercial power. The University of Rochester’s Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) and Focused Energy Inc. have established a $6.9 million partnership, the…

From pigeons to chimpanzees, cognitive biologist Dora Biro shows how individual minds scale into collective intelligence—and what that reveals about us.

A new study overturns a long-standing theory in neuroscience.

The Laser Lab powers breakthroughs in fusion, national security, and technologies we use every day.

Contrary to long-standing beliefs, motion from eye movements helps the brain perceive depth—a finding that could enhance virtual reality.

The superhydrophobic design could lead to resilient ships, floating platforms, and renewable energy innovations.

The cutting-edge project aims to harness quantum light to unlock new chemical processes.

Newly identified methods to harness the properties of tungsten carbide could yield viable substitutes for precious metals like platinum.

New research suggests that molten rock deep inside so-called super-earths may generate powerful magnetic fields necessary for sustaining life.

Listeners—regardless of formal musical training—can track complex tonal structures, offering a unique look at how the brain processes context.