Category: Science & A.I.

From quantum mechanics and particle physics to artificial intelligence and the machines reshaping how we think — in-depth articles on the scientific ideas and technologies driving the most consequential revolution in human history.

El Capitan, the exascale supercomputer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Science & A.I.

El Capitan: Inside America’s Most Powerful Supercomputer

El Capitan, the exascale supercomputer at Lawrence Livermore, simulates the US nuclear stockpile — how it works, and why China's LineShine just overtook it.

February 9, 2025 17 min read

Two glowing particles joined by a beam of blue light amid swirling orange filaments

Science & A.I.

Quantum Entanglement: The Mystery at the Heart of Quantum Mechanics

Quantum entanglement links particles across any distance instantly. Discover how it works, why it doesn't break the speed of light, and its real-world uses.

January 18, 2025 15 min read

Scientists in white coats observing a large glowing sphere suspended in a laboratory

Science & A.I.

Baryons: The Building Blocks of All Matter — What They Are and Why They Matter

Baryons are three-quark particles that form the backbone of all matter. Discover what they are, where a proton's mass comes from, and the biggest…

January 9, 2025 15 min read

Humanoid robot in a Santa suit kneeling by a lit fireplace with a sack of presents beside a decorated Christmas tree

Science & A.I.

Will AI do your Christmas shopping in 2026? Current Capabilities and Future Possibilities

AI Christmas shopping was a 2024 prediction — here's what actually happened by 2026, from OpenAI's Operator to who can really buy your gifts…

December 24, 2024 16 min read