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Naked singularities: how quantum black holes explain why we don’t see the end of space and time
Mathematical and Theoretical Physics Fellow Robie Hennigar and his research partners outline their latest work on black holes.
Japanese scientists were pioneers of AI, yet they’re being written out of its history
Assistant Professor in the School of Modern Languages and Cultures Hansun Hsiung responds to the recent announcement of this year’s Nobel laureates in physics.
Gaza: outlook for Palestinians bleak under a Trump presidency that looks set to go ‘all the way’ with Netanyahu
Professor of Regional Security Clive Jones writes about how US policy toward Israel will change under Trump, and how this could impact Gaza.
Many physicists argue the universe is fine-tuned for life – our findings question this idea
Post Doctoral Research Associate, Dr Daniele Sorini, from our Institute for Computational Cosmology, discusses new research which suggests our Universe may not be especially tailored for intelligent life after all.
Italy’s ban on international surrogacy is part of a drive towards an ultra-conservative idea of family
Assistant Professor in Family Law Dafni Lima responds to the Italian parliament's recent decision to criminalise surrogacy worldwide.
Donald Trump’s approach to US space policy could throw up some surprises, especially with Elon Musk on board
Dr Bleddyn Bowen from the School of Government and International Affairs and Dr P.J. Blount from the Durham Law School predict what's in store for US space travel in Donald Trump's second presidency.
Adelaide by Genevieve Wheeler: a ‘sad girl novel’ that lacks emotional depth
Research Associate in Medical Humanities Veronica Heney reviews the latest example of a rising genre of women's fiction.
Cop16: the world’s largest meeting to save nature has ended with no clear path ahead
Professor Harriet Bulkeley, in our Department of Geography, attended the recent Cop16 biodiversity summit where delegates from around the world met to discuss ways to restore nature. As Harriet writes, while there was no shortage of people seeking solutions, progress was frustratingly slow.