Radiation Is Everywhere. But It’s Not All Bad
Although radiation sounds scary, it isn’t necessarily harmful. Here’s what to know about the four types. ..
Although radiation sounds scary, it isn’t necessarily harmful. Here’s what to know about the four types. ..
Turtles’ shells contain a chemical record of the environment—including highly enriched uranium, an indicator of nuclear weapons development. What can we learn ..
By measuring inflated helium nuclei, physicists have challenged our best understanding of the force that binds protons and neutrons. ..
Japan’s plan to treat, dilute, and discharge the irradiated water used to cool Fukushima’s nuclear reactors is unpopular, but experts say it’s safe. ..
Faced with the difficult task of decarbonizing, some shipping companies are taking another look at a polarizing solution—nuclear fission. ..
To check that atomic weapons work, scientists run simulations of explosions using high-energy lasers—and Russia is building the strongest one of all. ..
Atomic weapons are highly complex, surprisingly sensitive, and often pretty old. With testing banned, countries have to rely on good maintenance and simulations ..
US nuclear scientists have achieved the long-sought goal of a fusion ignition—but don't expect this clean technology to power the grid yet. ..
Atomic energy experts are calling for protections for the Zaporizhzhya plant, which has become a pawn in the war thanks to power outages and nearby shelling. ..
East European governments are starting to distribute the tablets as a precaution, but there are limits to the protection they offer, and who might need ..