Research News Archive

‘Quantum avalanche’ explains how nonconductors turn into conductors
7/24/23
A new UB-led study helps solve a longstanding physics mystery about the insulator-to-metal transition.
Do ‘bouncing universes’ have a beginning?
8/4/22
Some cosmological models propose that the universe expands and contracts in infinite cycles, but new research finds a crucial flaw in the latest version of this theory.
How might chimeric, droplet-forming proteins contribute to cancer?
6/8/22
A review article highlights the latest science in this field, focusing on protein droplets termed, “ectopic condensates."
‘Dative epitaxy’: A new way to stack crystal films
4/19/22
Growing thin layers of crystals made from different materials on top of each other isn’t easy. Could a technique called ‘dative epitaxy’ help?
SUNY collaboration explores quantum computing network
4/4/22
Researchers simulate quantum network, offering clues into what hardware is needed to support these advanced computers.
What came before the Big Bang? UB physicist’s new popular science book explains one leading theory
3/31/22
The book — titled ‘An Infinity of Worlds’ — explores the weird and wondrous world of cosmic inflation.
UB stories heard around the world in 2019
12/26/19
From analyzing the avocado genome to designing a stingray-inspired space exploration vehicle, here are some highlights from a year of discovery.
What’s next at the Large Hadron Collider? UB physicists are prepping for its new run
12/14/21
A new $1.65 million grant from the National Science Foundation supports the scientists’ collaborative work to answer fundamental questions about our universe.
These model liquid organelles are viscoelastic fluids. You know, like Silly Putty!
11/16/21
New research illuminates the properties of protein-RNA droplets.
Physics meets democracy in this modeling study
10/8/21
A new paper explores how the opinions of an electorate may be reflected in a mathematical model ‘inspired by models of simple magnetic systems.'

Next> <Previous