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| Quantum mechanics means some black hole orbits are impossible to predict Apr 06 2020 6:00 AM Computer simulations reveal that foreseeing the paths of three orbiting objects sometimes requires precision better than the quantum limit. READ MORE |
| Can plasma from recovered COVID-19 patients treat the sick? Apr 03 2020 4:38 PM Researchers are racing to set up clinical trials of antibody-rich convalescent plasma from recovered patients to treat or prevent COVID-19. READ MORE |
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| The U.S. has resisted the metric system for more than 50 years Apr 03 2020 6:00 AM Australia adopted the metric system 50 years ago. The United States tried by passing legislation for a voluntary conversion that was largely ignored. READ MORE |
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