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Exploring the possibility of probing fundamental space-time symmetries via gravitational wave memory

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Model selection between the original BMS symmetries (dashed lines) and the extended BMS symmetries (solid lines) with Einstein Telescope (ET) and Cosmic Explorer (CE). Evidence for the simulated symmetry group (log Bayes factor) is shown against observation time. Credit: Physical assessment letters (2024). DOI: 10.1103/PhysRevLett.132.241401 As predicted by general relativity, the passage of gravitational waves … Read more

Beyond Einstein: Exploring spacetime via Finsler geometry

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Sjors Heefer’s PhD research investigates gravitational waves and spacetime using Finsler geometry, with the aim of reconciling general relativity with quantum mechanics. His findings support the Finslerian nature of spacetime, in line with observations of gravitational waves. Credit: SciTechDaily.com Investigations gravitational waves and their relationship with Finsler geometry provide new insights into spacetime and suggest … Read more

NASA is exploring a bizarre scenario in which an elusive asteroid heads towards Earth

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What if it is likely that a newly discovered asteroid will hit Earth in fourteen years? But that is not everything. This menacing space rock, with a diameter of about 330 to 1,050 feet (or 100 to 320 meters), has just disappeared behind the sun, making crucial observations impossible for the next seven months. In … Read more

Exploring the unknown: a unique quantum state of matter emerges in Columbia

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Researchers at Columbia University have created a Bose-Einstein condensate (BEC) using sodium-cesium molecules, cooled to just five nanoKelvin and stable for two seconds. This achievement opens up possibilities for investigating various quantum phenomena and simulating the quantum properties of complex materials. Credit: SciTechDaily.com Physicists at Columbia University have taken molecules to a new ultracold limit … Read more

I’ve been exploring Butlin’s new ‘posh’ lodges and you’ll have to make a sacrifice

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If you think Butlin’s is all Hi-De-Hi flats and chalets, you might want to think again. The renowned resort of Skegness – the birthplace of it all in 1936 – has recently significantly revamped its offering, pouring a whopping £20 million into high-quality on-site facilities last year. I had the chance to explore their latest … Read more