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Time crystal synchronization in a semiconductor links distant spin oscillators through diffusing spin-polarized electrons.

New semiconductor turns billions of spin oscillators into a shared time crystal

Separate electron-nuclear spin systems locked to one rhythm across nearly 40 micrometers, revealing a collective time-crystal state.

Joseph ShavitupdaPublished Aug 11, 2026 1:07 PM PDT

12-Year-Old Inventor’s Solar-Powered Backpack Brings Warmth to Glasgow’s Rough Sleepers

Innovations 12-year-old inventor’s solar-powered backpack is keeping Glasgow’s homeless warm Rebecca Shavit

Image of the holotype jaw of Tetonius varleyorum.

Discoveries 55-million-year-old fossil teeth rewrite the story of early primate evolution Joshua Shavit

Scientists have uncovered the hidden 3D networks of fungi and roots, offering new insight into plant survival and climate resilience.

Green Impact Hidden fungal networks more than 100 quadrillion km in length help plants survive climate change Joseph Shavit

MIT’s fusion economics framework identifies the power, cost and financing thresholds commercial fusion plants may need to clear.

Discoveries Fusion’s biggest challenge may no longer be the physics, MIT study finds Joseph Shavit

Dog brain communication networks differ with selective breeding and training, revealing how dogs became so responsive to people.

Discoveries Generations of breeding changed how dogs’ brains process human communication Hannah Shavit-Weiner

A new AI system called Biomni can design experiments, analyze data, and accelerate biomedical research in minutes.

AI Introducing Biomni: Stanford’s AI co-scientist built to accelerate biomedical research Shy Cohen

A study finds posture influences emotions and decision-making, with upright sitting linked to higher confidence and smarter risks.

Health Sitting upright can boost mood and improve decision-making, McGill researchers find Mac Oliveau

Scientists reveal that cells share ancient rules for turning genes on, while using varied systems to silence DNA threats.

Health Scientists discover 2-billion-year-old rules that control genes across all life forms on Earth Joshua Shavit

Scientists have developed a seed-sized injectable device that wirelessly controls nerves, offering a safer alternative to surgery for treating pain and neurological conditions.

Health Tiny injectable device could transform treatment for chronic pain and nerve disorders Joseph Shavit

Clemson’s solar-powered electric vehicle generates surplus energy during a typical 12-mile commute using 1,700 solar cells.

Green Impact Deep Orange 17: Clemson University students build a car for BMW that generates more energy than it uses Joseph Shavit

Gene-edited dogs without Can f 1 allergen showed normal development and produced no detectable major allergen in saliva or dander.

Health Genetically engineered beagles could bring relief to millions of dog allergy sufferers Hannah Shavit-Weiner

Researchers found that ultrathin ruthenium dioxide can show spin behavior linked to altermagnetism, opening paths for future electronics.

Discoveries Ultrathin ruthenium dioxide discovery could enable faster, smaller and more efficient computer devices Shy Cohen

A new study finds that language processing extends beyond classic brain areas, revealing a wider network that supports communication.

Health MIT study finds hidden language network in the human brain Joshua Shavit

A new accelerating wave equation links changing light speeds to relativity, momentum conservation and the arrow of time.

Discoveries A new wave equation for light challenges how physics explains the arrow of time Joseph Shavit

Illustration of solar wind streaming from a fuming Sun drives auroras bright enough to be seen far from the poles, a dazzling signature of an extreme geomagnetic storm

Space Scientists discover solar storms could hit Earth much harder than previously thought Joseph Shavit

Researchers developed a robot that can choose how to move on its own, switching between walking, running, and jumping in real environments.

AI AI-Powered robot learns to walk, run, and jump on its own Shy Cohen