Are entangled qubits following a quantum Moore's law? 15. May 2025 (21:43) Several recent experiments showcase a sharp increase in the number of quantum bits that can be entangled, echoing Moore’s law for increasing computing power on traditional chips(New Scientist)
Physicists reveal the secret to chopping onions without crying 15. May 2025 (16:00) Slicing an onion releases tear-inducing chemicals into the air, but the sharpness of the knife and the speed of the cut can affect how these droplets are expelled(New Scientist)
What the complete ape genome is revealing about the earliest humans 15. May 2025 (13:00) We now have full genome sequences for six species of apes, helping us to pin down our last common ancestor – and potentially changing how we think of the earliest hominins(New Scientist)
Promises to improve nature are being broken by English house builders 15. May 2025 (12:00) In spite of policies requiring housing projects in England to benefit nature, many of the trees, habitats and nest boxes included in planning applications haven't materialised(New Scientist)
Norovirus vaccine pill protects against winter vomiting bug 14. May 2025 (21:00) An oral vaccine reduced infection risk in a trial where people were deliberately exposed to high doses of norovirus, and could also slow the spread of the pathogen(New Scientist)
