Measurements from the LHCb collaboration show how individual quarks come together to form observable matter, challenging previous understanding. Quarks are the building blocks of visible matter and never found alone. Instead, they combine into composite particles like protons. Nuclear physicists use powerful particle accelerators to study quark behavior and formation of particles. The LHCb experiment … Read more
Psychology The Psychology of Lateness Why you should be eight minutes late, but not one more. Key points: There are some perfidious reasons for being late than mere mediocrity. Some involve anger and aggression, others self-deception. Being late can be a way to tell yourself something important. When Is Late Late? Being just five minutes … Read more
Mindfulness training can lead to altered states of consciousness, such as disembodiment and unity. Researchers from the University of Cambridge found that participants were twice as likely to experience these states compared to a control group. These experiences can be positive, but they may also be startling or unpleasant. Mindfulness teachers and students should discuss … Read more