A short history of light
2 Sep 2021

A short history of light

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Rachel Rayner takes us on a tour of the spectrum beyond the visible and explains why dogs help. Explore the frequencies and wavelengths of the electromagnetic spectrum in a fun way in this resource for Year 5 and 9 Physics … Continued
Quantum philosophy: 4 ways physics will challenge your reality
8 Feb 2021

Quantum philosophy: 4 ways physics will challenge your reality

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Quantum mechanics has been confusing people and creating questions of philosophy for decades. Learn about some theories in this article. This resource is best suited to Year 9, 10 and Senior Physics students who are interested in quantum physics. It … Continued
Raising questions about physical reality
27 Aug 2020

Raising questions about physical reality

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Unveiling a new paradox in quantum mechanics that challenges physical reality. This explainer article is best suited to students in years 9-12 who have an interest in Quantum Physics. Although the content may be above school-level physics, it is explained … Continued
Best of: Quantum
24 Apr 2020

Best of: Quantum

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Our best of series, published each week, collates our favourite and most popular resources for a particular topic. This week: Quantum for year 8, 9, 11, and 12 students studying Physical Sciences. Although most quantum physics is beyond school-level physics, … Continued
‘Hot’ qubits should make quantum computing way cheaper and easier
21 Apr 2020

‘Hot’ qubits should make quantum computing way cheaper and easier

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Key components of quantum computers have been developed that work at temperatures much higher than before, and it could bring super-fast computing much closer to reality. This article and explainer video is suited to students in years 8, 9, 11, … Continued
Scientists crack 58-year-old quantum mystery
17 Mar 2020

Scientists crack 58-year-old quantum mystery

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Fluke discovery could revolutionise nuclear magnetic resonance. This article is best suited to students in years 8-12 studying Physical or Chemical Sciences who have an interest in nanotechnology and quantum physics. The findings from the research reported could have a … Continued
Quantum computing milestone excites scientists
8 Oct 2019

Quantum computing milestone excites scientists

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But quantum computers are still a dream. Use this article with senior students who have an interest in future technology in the field of Physics and Chemistry. Word Count: 880 Researchers from Google may have demonstrated ‘quantum supremacy’ for the … Continued
Tutorial: Brian Cox on black holes
12 Sep 2019

Tutorial: Brian Cox on black holes

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In the past few years, we’ve entered a new age of astronomy – now we can watch black holes collide, and see the aftermath of these collisions. Astrophysics legend Brian Cox talks us through what happens during these cataclysmic collisions and what might … Continued