"From Ta Physika to Contemporary Physics – Section XXXII"

“From Ta Physika to Contemporary Physics – Section XXXII”

### The Resurgence of Archimedean Understanding: Hydrostatics and Its Influence on Sixteenth-Century Physics The sixteenth century marked a significant revitalization of classical wisdom as ancient texts re-emerged and transformed scientific exploration. One of the most pivotal works of this period was **Archimedes’ _On Floating Bodies_**, which introduced essential concepts of hydrostatics and buoyancy. Overlooked during […]

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"Charting the Development: From *Ta Physika* to Contemporary Physics – Part XXXIII"

“Charting the Development: From *Ta Physika* to Contemporary Physics – Part XXXIII”

**Johannes Kepler and the Renaissance of Optics: Redefining Perception and Illumination in Science** The early 1600s marked a significant transition for optics from a largely observational discipline to one rooted in rigorous scientific exploration, thanks primarily to Johannes Kepler (1571–1630). His pioneering publication, *Ad Vitellionem Paralipomena, Quibus Astronomiae Pars Optica Traditur* (*Supplement to Witelo, in […]

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"The Seasons' Cycle: Welcoming Transformation and Rebirth"

“The Seasons’ Cycle: Welcoming Transformation and Rebirth”

**The Astronomical New Year: Winter Solstice and Its Importance** For those passionate about astronomy and history, the transition from December 31st to January 1st can appear somewhat random. Rooted more in political and cultural customs than in astronomical events, this switch doesn’t carry significant meaning for those who seek direction from the universe. Instead, for […]

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"Smartwatch Bands Discovered to Have Increased Concentrations of PFAS Chemicals"

“Smartwatch Bands Discovered to Have Increased Concentrations of PFAS Chemicals”

### Caution: Research Discovers High PFAS Levels in Smartwatch Straps If you possess a smartwatch, there’s now another motive to examine its strap—particularly if it contains fluoropolymers. A new investigation by scholars at the University of Notre Dame, Indiana, has disclosed disturbing results, showing high levels of leachable per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in numerous […]

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"Groundbreaking Electrochemical Technique Lowers Carbon Emissions in Cement Manufacturing Without the Need for Limestone"

“Groundbreaking Electrochemical Technique Lowers Carbon Emissions in Cement Manufacturing Without the Need for Limestone”

**A Green Revolution: Scientists Develop Carbon-Negative Cement Production Technique** Cement production, historically recognized as one of the most carbon-heavy industries, stands on the verge of a transformative change thanks to a novel electrochemical technique created by researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and Northwestern University. This groundbreaking approach, capable of facilitating gigaton-scale reductions in […]

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"Enhancing UK Higher Education via Strategic Research Infrastructure Initiative"

“Enhancing UK Higher Education via Strategic Research Infrastructure Initiative”

# **The UK Research Partnership Investment Fund: A Driving Force for Advancing UK Research and Strategic Collaboration** The UK Research Partnership Investment Fund (UKRPIF) has become a vital element in transforming the research infrastructure of higher education institutions in the UK, according to an interim evaluation report. Launched in 2012 and overseen by Research England […]

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"From *Ta Physika* to Physics – Charting the Development of the Field"

“From *Ta Physika* to Physics – Charting the Development of the Field”

### The Evolution of Astronomy and Cosmology from Aristotle to the Renaissance: Triggers for Innovative Celestial Mechanics The 1500s represented a crucial moment in the annals of human history, particularly in the fields of astronomy and cosmology, as conventional beliefs transitioned to groundbreaking viewpoints. This intellectual upheaval was characterized by a departure from Aristotelian principles […]

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"AI Tool Driven by GPT Precisely Foresees Configurations of Inorganic Crystals"

“AI Tool Driven by GPT Precisely Foresees Configurations of Inorganic Crystals”

**Transforming Crystal Structure Prediction: UK Researchers Tailor GPT for Inorganic Materials** In a momentous advancement, scholars at universities in the UK have modified the prominent text-based machine learning framework, GPT (Generative Pretrained Transformer), to forecast the crystal structures of inorganic substances. Although GPT has a fundamental limitation in representing three-dimensional configurations directly, the modified version […]

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International Specialists Advise Halting Research on 'Mirror Life'

International Specialists Advise Halting Research on ‘Mirror Life’

### Should We Develop Mirror Life? Experts Call for a Moratorium Due to Potential Hazards An innovative yet contentious area of synthetic biology—creating “mirror life”—has sparked discussions among scientists and policymakers regarding the ethical and safety concerns surrounding this research. Mirror life pertains to organisms whose fundamental biological components, like DNA, RNA, and proteins, have […]

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