Gravitational waves embody a major breakthrough in the understanding of the universe. These subtle oscillations of the fabric of spacetime, predicted over a century ago by Albert Einstein’s general relativity, resonate through the universe with imperceptible cosmic vibrations. Their detection has opened a new window onto extreme astrophysical phenomena, such as black hole mergers, which … Read more
At the frontier of modern cosmology, primordial gravitational waves present themselves as a fundamental enigma for deciphering the history of the universe. These subtle oscillations in the very structure of spacetime are thought to have emerged during the very first moments of the cosmos, shortly after the Big Bang, and carry precious information about the … Read more
IN BRIEF Discovery of a new force of nature. Identification of HD1, the oldest galaxy. Future of particle physics post-Higgs boson. Advances in quantum physics opening new research avenues. Dynamics of volcanoes illuminated by recent studies. Potential of future discoveries in fundamental physics. Evaluation of the large hadron collider (LHC). Impact of discoveries on the … Read more