Battle of the Decibels: The World’s Quietest Room Vs. The World’s Loudest Room [Video]

Watch as James Orgill from The Action Lab explores the extremes of auditory experience, delving into both the world’s quietest room and the world’s loudest room! These extraordinary chambers, utilized by 3M for sound analysis, allow for a comprehensive study of sound propagation, aiding in the refinement of their cutting-edge sound-damping solutions. [The Action Lab]


Betelgeuse: star is continuing to behave mysteriously – here’s what would happen if it exploded

Betelgeuse, the bright, yellow star at the top of the picture, dimmed considerably in 2020 (as seen in second image) and has since brightened by 50%. H.Raab/Flickr, CC BY-ND Albert Zijlstra, University of Manchester The bright, red star Betelgeuse in the constellation Orion has shown some unexpected behaviour. In late 2019 and 2020 it became […]

Researchers Wonder If a Dose of ‘Aunt Flo’ Can Outsmart Alzheimer’s

Stem cell therapies hold promise for treating various ailments, including diabetes and Alzheimer’s. However, obtaining an adequate supply of stem cells has been challenging. Excitingly, scientists have now discovered a plentiful and commonly discarded source of stem cells: period blood. It turns out that this monthly occurrence, often overlooked, may offer a valuable solution for […]

For the first time, astronomers have found life-supporting molecules called phosphates on Enceladus

NASA/JPL/Space Science Institute Laura McKemmish, UNSW Sydney; Albert Fahrenbach, UNSW Sydney, and Martin Van Kranendonk, UNSW Sydney The search for habitable conditions beyond Earth has just become more interesting with the discovery of biologically available phosphorus from one of Saturn’s moons. Phosphorus is the most elusive of the six crucial elements needed for life. In […]

What is a Poop Transplant, and How Does it Work? (Poop Could Save Your Life!)

1,700 years ago, Chinese alchemist Ge Hong was renowned for his soup that could cure diarrhea-stricken patients. It had a surprising secret ingredient: feces. While it might seem unwise to consume feces, exciting new research suggests that taking poop into the body in other ways might benefit our health. Kathryn M. Stephenson & David L. […]

Glass: Neither a solid nor a liquid, this common yet complicated material is still surprising scientists

Most glass is made by melting down soda ash, limestone and quartz sand. gezgin01/iSock via Getty Images John Mauro, Penn State and Katelyn Kirchner, Penn State Glass is a material of many faces: It is both ancient and modern, strong yet delicate, and able to adopt almost any shape or color. These properties of glass […]

This Quantum Levitating Solar System is the GREATEST Geek Toy of All Time

I’ve seen a lot of really cool geek toys and fun astronomical displays throughout the years writing for Geeks are Sexy, but I don’t think I’ve ever seen one as amazing and gorgeous as this quantum levitating solar system. The sun acts as a lamp (optional, so if you want it, be sure to select […]

How Maglev (Magnetic Levitation) Trains Actually Work

With an impressive operational speed of 270 miles per hour, The Shanghai Maglev currently holds the title for being the fastest commercial electric train in the world. The train can cover the 18-mile distance from Shanghai to the Pudong International Airport in just 7 minutes and 30 seconds. However, it falls short in comparison to […]