helical

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At large scales, radio data reveal that the jet forms a helical pattern as it propagates through the galaxy.

From Science Daily • Jan. 19, 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 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

"We have uncovered the potential capability of chirality memory in helical magnets for next-generation memory devices; it may offer high-density, non-volatile, and highly stable memory bits," adds Masuda.

From Science Daily • Mar. 22, 2024

The following morning I anxiously awaited Francis’ arrival to confirm the helical diagnosis.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson