Physics is a glorious brew of diverse ingredients. No single approach is sufficient when grappling with Nature. Experiment and observation are essential, of course, but so, too, are concepts, pictures ...

Physics, especially the part about forces and motion, often feels like a maze of confusing concepts and formulas. If you’ve ever stared at a problem about an object moving or a force acting and ...

The rapid retreat of sea ice in Antarctica can be explained by the "simple physics" of the sun's melting powers, according to a new study. Heat from the sun could explain why ice around the South Pole ...

John Clarke, Michel H Devoret, and John M Martinis have been honoured for their work on quantum mechanical effects. What are ...