gravity
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Physicists Measure Gravity of Smallest Mass Yet
Despite keeping us grounded and warping light that travels through space, gravity is actually quite a weak force. The smaller the mass, the less gravity appears to have any pull, until at quantum scales it appears to have no force at all. Now, physicists in England and Europe have measured a tiny—but apparent—gravitational pull on…
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The 18 Best Sci-Fi Movies on Netflix
Looking for a great sci-fi film to stream on Netflix? We’ve got you covered.
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These Volunteers Will Stay in Bed for Two Straight Months for Space Travel Experiment
Twelve people are about to embark on the world’s longest sleepover, all in the name of space research. The group will be confined to beds designed to mimic the rigors of space for 60 days straight. Some of the volunteers will also be testing strategies that can hopefully reduce the bodily strain caused by a…
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Deep Space Missions Must Recreate Exact Earth-Like Conditions to Survive, Scientists Argue
One of the main questions surrounding humanity’s next giant leap into deep space is whether humans can thrive on missions far from Earth. A new theory says yes, but only in environments modelled deeply after our own planet.