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Does consciousness explain quantum mechanics?
By Paul Sutter published
A wild theory suggests that consciousness may explain quantum mechanics, by forcing the subatomic particles to choose one concrete outcome.
Is all matter made up of both particles and waves?
By Paul Sutter published
According to quantum mechanics, the physics theory that describes the zoo of subatomic particles, all matter can be described as both particles and waves. But is it real?
'Quantum time flip' makes light move simultaneously forward and backward in time
By Ben Turner published
The time-flipped photon can't be used to restage "Back to the Future," but it could help us figure out some of the universe's most mysterious phenomena.
The Quantum World May Have a Favorite Flavor, Tantalizing Results Suggest
By Paul Sutter last updated
The world of the teensy-tiny, the quantum realm, could have a favorite flavor. Here's why that's a big deal.
Weird quantum experiment shows protons have more 'charm' than we thought
By Stephanie Pappas published
Protons can contain a charm quark, an elementary particle 1.5 times heavier than the proton itself.
How It Works issue 163: Your nervous system explained
By Ben Biggs published
Discover the intricate network of specialised cells that make up your nervous system, and how this command center controls everything from thinking to walking.
Black holes may grow quantum 'hair'
By Stephanie Pappas published
The quantum state of a black hole's gravitational field may hold clues as to what is beyond the event horizon.
Weird quantum boomerang predicted 60 years ago spotted for the first time
By Ben Turner published
The effect has been predicted for more than 60 years.
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