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Abigail Beall

Freelance science/technology journalist and author

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Recycled eggshells can be used for next-gen data storage

If you want to make a computer, you’ve got to break a few eggs. A new data storage device made…

data storage, eggs, recycling, technology

Was Einstein wrong? Controversial theory claims the speed of light is not a constant

A potentially divisive theory suggests Einstein may have been wrong to say the speed of light is a constant – and…

einstein, space, speed of light

Planets, black holes, quasars and more: space terms explained

Space is a fascinating place, filled with unimaginably large and complex structures often undergoing dramatic changes. These can teach us…

black holes, physics, quasars, space

Mystery planets and strange orbits: what is lurking in the far reaches of our solar system?

Whether it’s ‘my very early morning jam sandwich’ or ‘many vile earthlings’, everyone has a memorable way to list off…

How could the Large Hadron Collider unlock other dimensions?

From its beginning, the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) has captured the imagination of the world. As the largest and most…

lhc, particle physics

What is Einstein’s Theory of Relativity?

Albert Einstein’s theories of special and general relativity rule the field of classical physics. Their effects can be seen in…

einstein, physics, relativity

Inside the weird world of quantum computers

In a world where we are relying increasingly on computing, to share our information and store our most precious data,…

data, quantum computing

Green apes and wellbeing gifs – the ethical side of social media

For some, social media may seem like it is just filled with selfies, gossip and videos of cats, but others…

social media, technology, wellbeing

Artificial retinas help bring life back into focus

You might think that part-human, part-machine cyborgs belong only in fiction, but adding a bit of technology into your body…

Eco-mining lessens environmental impact

By pulling metals out of mine wastewater and automating operations underground, researchers are helping minimise the environmental impact of mining.…

mining

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