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 Two mathematicians have proved that a straightforward question—how hard is it to untie a knot?—has a complicated answer. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Science / Physics and Math, Knot Theory 

 The interstellar comet 3I/Atlas reached its closest point to the sun. Here's how to follow the rest of its journey away from our solar system. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Science / Space, Watch Party 

 New diagnostic kits aim to revolutionize early screening of the disease, potentially allowing patients to receive treatments—such as monoclonal antibodies—sooner. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Science / Health, Dementia 

 Nitazenes, a class of synthetic drugs 40 times more potent than fentanyl, are steadily becoming more common on both sides of the Atlantic. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Science / Health, Drugs 

 By combining LED technology and nanomaterials, researchers have created a therapy that eliminates cancer cells using localized heat without damaging healthy tissue. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Science / Health, Science / Biotech, Chemo-Free 

 “Anomalous” heat flow, which at first appears to violate the second law of thermodynamics, gives physicists a way to detect quantum entanglement without destroying it. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Science / Physics and Math, Quantum Physics 

 Unusually warm ocean temperatures fueled one of the worst hurricanes on record. New research finds climate change increased the storm’s likelihood. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Science / Environment, Extreme Weather 

 The proof, known to be so hard that a mathematician once offered 10 martinis to whoever could figure it out, uses number theory to explain quantum fractals. ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Science / Physics and Math, Mathematical Physics 

 What sneaky invisible forces enable these instruments to locate buried treasure? ​Read More  Science Latest ​Science, Science / Physics and Math, Dot Physics