IN BRIEF Primordial nucleosynthesis: the initial formation of elements after the Big Bang. Origin of matter: explained by the Big Bang model. Carbon chemistry: the foundation of life on Earth with sugar, proteins, lipids. First molecule: the helium hydride ion (HeH+) could be the very first formed element. Complexification of atoms: evolution of hydrogen atoms … Read more
IN BRIEF Multiverse: scientific concept regarding the existence of multiple universes. Parallel dimensions: possibility of variations within the same universes. Cosmological theories: scientific foundations of the multiverse idea. Fiction: widely explored in literature, cinema, and television. Metaverse: distinction between created virtual universes and natural universes. Science and fiction: ongoing debate about the reality of the … Read more
IN BRIEF Scientific advances : Revolutionizing our understanding of the universe. Expansion of horizons : Discoveries that redefine our place in the cosmos. Inventions and discoveries : Technical innovations boosting astronomical observation. Influence of Galileo : Establishment of rigorous scientific methods. The Copernican system : Simplification of astronomical models, changing the perception of Earth. Consequences … Read more
IN BRIEF Role of mathematics in optimizing production and reducing costs Impact of mathematics on GDP: 15% in several countries 3.3 million wage-earning jobs affected by mathematics in 2019 Societal change during the industrial revolution 4th industrial revolution focused on the development of mathematics Industrialization: transformation of production methods and definition of work Importance of … Read more
IN BRIEF Art and science: two domains in creative synergy. Mutual inspiration: artists and scientists feed off each other’s advancements. Creativity: a driver of innovation in both fields. Observation and experimentation: linked by similar methods. Visualization: artistic and scientific techniques converge. Technology: impact on modern artistic creation. History: figures like Leonardo da Vinci illustrate this … Read more
IN BRIEF Climate: a set of averages of atmospheric elements over a given period. Meteorology: study of atmospheric phenomena in the short term. Climatology: analysis of climatic variations over the long term. Current reference period: 30 years to define a climate. Meteorological forecasts: based on the study of phenomena such as clouds and precipitation. Impact … Read more
IN SHORT Existence of antimatter: minute quantities in the universe Particles and antiparticles: fundamental symmetry Issue of matter-antimatter imbalance after the Big Bang Absence of antimatter: one of the greatest mysteries of the universe Production of antimatter in the laboratory, notably at CERN Exorbitant cost of antimatter: precious and rare substance Properties of antimatter: transformation … Read more
IN SHORT Particle accelerators: essential devices for exploring nuclear physics and particle physics. CERN: home to the world’s largest circular accelerator. Used in various fields: fundamental research and science popularization. Current limitations: high cost, insufficient power, and fragility of existing accelerators. Past and ongoing experiments: exploration of elementary particles. Operation: acceleration of particle beams for … Read more
IN BRIEF Must-watch scientific documentaries on physics. Discovering the universe through captivating films. Varied themes: from quantum to elementary particles. Best platforms to watch: Netflix, YouTube, and others. Recent films: Oppenheimer, The James Webb Telescope. Series to follow for learning: Rick and Morty, The Big Bang Theory. Impact of science on our daily lives and … Read more
IN BRIEF Natural phenomenon of electrostatic discharge. Occurs during thunderstorms in clouds called cumulonimbus. Accumulation of electric charges causing tremendous voltages. Occurs between clouds or between a cloud and the ground. Can reach temperatures of 30,000 °C. The speed of the discharge can exceed 200,000 km/h. Lightning is a common natural electric arc. Potential impacts … Read more