curvature

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This streamlined version—co-written with Leonard Mlodinow, a physicist and popular-science author—retains explanations of vital topics, such as the curvature of spacetime and Einstein’s theory of relativity, but dispenses with the drier sections.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

In contrast, compact surfaces such as spheres were thought to follow the rule, with metric and mean curvature fully determining their shape.

From Science Daily • Apr. 22, 2026

According to team member Tifé Adegun, 28, who has scoliosis, or curvature of the spine, having such a varied range of competitors is a way to inspire others to get involved.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

Scientists also want to examine how well the textured film works on curved surfaces, since curvature can change the spacing between nanopillars.

From Science Daily • Apr. 22, 2026

It is not yet clear whether these particles would cause positive or negative curvature or whether the curvature produced by some kinds of virtual particles might cancel that produced by other kinds.

From "A Brief History of Time: And Other Essays" by Stephen Hawking