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The Universe is governed by the laws of physics, and there are several different possibilities to explain their existence.

The laws of physics appear to be universal, which would suggest that alien civilisations will understand what is meant by scientific inquiry.

The article discusses the various facets of mechanical engineering and how it has found importance in all other areas of engineering also.

The Totalitarian Principle declares that anything which is not forbidden by any specific rule of physics, is required by law to occur, with no exceptions.

A well known voice in the realm of theoretical physics, Michio Kaku takes readers on a tour of the impossible, examining ideas lifted from the pages of science fiction.

Making the connection between learning math and applications of math business and industry is important to help students understand the need to learn math.

How do we know stars must evolve? The fundamental law of conservation of energy, when applied to stars, tells us that they must run out of fuel and therefore evolve.

Many inventors dream of perpetual motion machines, but they are an impossible dream according to the laws of thermodynamics.

The search to understanding chaos is the search to be able to apply a precise mathematical definition to systems which seem on the surface to be undefinable.

To fully understand the mysteries of Albert Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity, one must first understand the theory on which it was based: Galileo's theory.

The Higgs boson, aka the god particle, which physicists hope to detect with the new LHC, is the holy grail of modern particle physics. What are bosons and fermions?

Speakers at the "Edmonton Questions 9/11" conference present arguments that challenge the official story of the events of 9/11.

Isaac Newton invented calculus to describe things that are moving or changing in some way. This was just the beginning of more new and exciting physics theories to come.

In order for physicists to understand the reasons for beta decay, a new nuclear force had to be developed - a task accomplished by Enrico Fermi in 1934.

On of the most surprising recent discoveries about the universe is not only that it is expanding, but that it is expanding at an accelerating rate.

After four years, the engine-change rule in Formula One faces its first alteration to allow teams some respite in their first engine failure.

Here are some of the best physics books published in the last few years.

The History Channel explores the mysteries of The Universe in Deep Space Disasters. The third season exploration and science airs on November 11, 2008 at 9 pm.

To many it is surely surprising just how complicated the idea of "infinity" can truly be, for, oddly enough, it can exist both in various forms and in various "sizes."

Every year, thousands of people worldwide report seeing UFOs, but what is the scientific view of an alien visitation?

Ever wondered why a guitar is tuned the way it is? Ever wanted to tune it differently? Read on...

A look at popular anime which feature vampires, and speculation about how fans in the West and East have different views of the vampire.

Rocket propulsion from toy water rockets to the space shuttle can be understood in terms of either Newton's third law or the law of conservation of momentum.

A huge area of the Atlantic anchored by Bermuda, Puerto Rico, and Florida has acquired an undeserved reputation for strange events.

The theory of natural rights states that individuals, because they are part of nature, are born with basic rights that cannot be denied or violated by other people.

Ottawa is abound with Christmas lights, tours, concerts, markets, open houses and outdoor activities for all ages.

Creation of humane conditions for a sustainable environment is necessary for the continuity of the cycle of life and to overcome the struggle of survival.

An understanding of the optics of electronic flash will enable the photographer to manipulate flash light to his advantage. This is a "how to" guide for DSLR users.

Nickelodeon's Wonder Pets is a cute little Flash animated series, but is strictly for little kids. 8/10.

The theory of biological evolution is the best known evolutionary idea in modern science, however evolutionary concepts are common in all sciences not just biology.

Jon Favreau (Iron Man, Elf) will write and produce Neanderthals for Sony Pictures Animation. Movie will be done in motion-capture.

In electrical circuit elements the resistance in ohms, potential difference in volts, and current in amps are related by Ohm's law.

House of Leaves is a cryptic, loosely defined and ultimately confusing text. But you would be far worse off not having read it.

Having mastered the ability to have conscious dreams, the biggest problem people face is waking up too soon. Here are some tips on how to stay lucid in a dream.

Suite101 talks to Iain M. Banks about the appeal of writing science fiction and how writing is just like everything else.

Brief biography of Ilya Prigogine, 1977 Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry, best known for development of irreversible processes in thermodynamics, with "arrow of time."

If alien civilisations exist, how numerous might they be? and how would they compare to humanity?

LittleBigPlanet from Media Molecule is an experience that is at once progressive, accessible, and endlessly deep - everything the best videogames should be.

Wanted, starring James McAvoy and Angelina Jolie, is the McDonald's of summer blockbusters: not much nutrition but a boatload of empty visual calories. 4/10.

Isaac Newton discovered three laws of motion and the law of gravity to explain motions observed on Earth and in space. Gravity acts between everything in the Universe.

A rich imagination is integral for the makers of any memorable science fiction project, but how true are some of the scenarios that made it to the screen?

In the experiment, the ship, allegedly, teleported from Philadelphia to Norfolk and back in four hours with her crew suffering strange physical and mental effects.

The principles of thermodynamics, a branch of physics, can be loosely applied to discern between a legitimate high yield investment and an investment fraud or scam.

Conservation of energy is a basic principle of physics that can give some insight into what is needed for a successful weight loss program.

Tim Roth and Gary Oldman's comedic double act takes them on a bizarre trip through the story of Hamlet in one of the best British films ever made.

Recent tradition limits the application workload mix on an individual server. While initially this cost seems cheaper, with growth this quickly becomes more expensive.

Life with no boundaries - this is where tolerance has brought us. No one dares claim a definitive value for right and wrong; but in the end what will claim us?

James Blish named it the ultimate hard SF novel; Greg Bear's father-in-law, the sixteenth SFWA Grand Master, never bettered a starship's flight to the end of the universe

Text-messaging is driving teens to distraction and horrific accidents on the road. But a 73-year-old law prevents Americans from installing a solution in their vehicles.

The first law of thermodynamics states that the work output from a heat engine can not exceed the energy input. This is the law of conservation of energy in disguise.