helical

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In optics, this concept applies both to materials and to light itself, which can travel in a helical pattern.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

They found that the helical fibers formed by the second-generation dendron chlorophylls exhibited a highly ordered structure, while the third-generation dendron chlorophylls displayed a more homogeneous, spherical shape.

From Science Daily • Nov. 21, 2024

The asymmetric, helical ridges may even inspire low-drag hulls or fuselages that stay streamlined while promoting interior air flows.

From Science Daily • May 17, 2024

"The helical twist of these fibers is impossible to discern using an optical microscope, or even some super-resolution microscopes, because these things are just too small," Lew said.

From Science Daily • Apr. 26, 2024

With the helical TMV picture now in my pocket, I felt more confident that Delbriick would at last wholeheartedly approve my liking for Cambridge.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson