In fact, 'how lightning is born' has not been clarified even by modern science. In order to solve this mystery, a new radio telescope, LOFAR (LOw Frequency ARray), which researchers use to observe ...

Ice is almost everywhere on the earth — in glaciers, snow, and clouds. Despite being so common, it still hides mysteries about its physical properties. A long-standing puzzle concerns its electrical ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Lightning is as beautiful as it is deadly. It also passes gas ...

Using lasers as tweezers to understand cloud electrification might sound like science fiction but at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) it is a reality. By trapping and charging ...