Read article: Classical models of gravitational field show flaws close to the Earth
New gravitational field model quantifies the "divergence problem" identified in 2022
Read article: Simple equation predicts how quickly animals flap their wings
Relationship between mass, wing area and wingbeat frequency holds true for insects, bats, birds, whales and even a flapping robot
Read article: Nuclear physicists tame radius calculation problem
New "wavefunction matching" method correctly predicts nuclear radii of elements with atomic numbers from 2 to 58
Read article: Micro-tornadoes help transport nutrients within egg cells
New work sheds light on vortex flows involved in mixing and transporting ooplasmic components that cells need to develop
Read article: Frugal approach to computer modelling can reduce carbon emissions
Simulations should be designed to minimize energy consumption, say physicists
Read article: Atlantic current circulation could shut down, say climate scientists
The collapse of the main current that warms Europe would have far-reaching consequences for ecosystems as well as human civilization
Read article: Did natural erosion help carve Egypt’s Great Sphinx?
New study suggests desert winds can create animal-like shapes
Read article: Strange metals reveal their secrets
Researchers have developed a universal theory that could help explain the odd behaviours of these materials
Read article: Where do power surges occur in an electricity grid?
New optimization algorithm could pinpoint the location of potentially damaging "forced oscillations"
Read article: How scientific models both help and deceive us in decision making
Michela Massimi reviews Escape from Model Land by Erica Thompson
