Classic idea clarifies weird quantum action in ultracold gas

An odd new experiment may offer a path towards a connection between classical and quantum physics. It's a goal scientists have chased for decades.

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Way before stars form, space clouds hold building blocks of life

"This tells us that the basic organic chemistry needed for life is present in the raw gas prior to the formation of stars and planets."

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‘Electronic nose’ sniffs out bad flavors in beer

"E-nose" technology can judge beer quality and flavor by its aroma. It could help brewers keep standards up or experiment with new kinds of ingredients.

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How travel ups your risk of carbon monoxide poisoning

Winter is the prime season for carbon monoxide poisoning. Learn what you need to know to keep you and your family safe at home and while traveling.

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Supercharged trash gas could produce more green energy

Chemicals called siloxanes from everyday products are "supercharging" landfill gas. It's a problem now, but it could yield more green energy in the future.

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Deep learning speeds chemical test for food, blood, and more

Using deep learning to analyze the data that gas chromatography gathers could benefit our food, health care, the environment, and much more.

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‘Halos’ of invisible matter drive galactic ecosystems

Astronomers are investigating invisible matter and the workings of the galactic ecosystem.

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Gas on Saturn’s moon could be ‘free lunch’ for alien life

The oceans on Saturn's moon Enceladus may have the chemical fuel necessary for life. If there's any around, that is.

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Light-up probes can say when fruit is ripe

A new probe that says when fruit is ripe could help with harvesting and storage.

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New methane fuel cell fixes temperature issue

The new fuel cell could be a cheaper, more practical way to generate energy to heat homes and eventually run cars.

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