phenomenon

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The phenomenon was first observed by Peruvian fisherman in the 1600s, who noticed that warm waters seemed to peak near the Americas in December.

From BBC

Researchers investigating a mysterious cosmic phenomenon called cosmic birefringence have created a new approach to reduce uncertainty in how it is measured.

From Science Daily

The phenomenon is common during preseason practices that begin in late summer and can be worse among linemen and other players whose larger frames have a harder time cooling off.

From The Wall Street Journal

In research published in Nature Materials, Wilson's team describes a new way to use a phenomenon known as frustration of long range order in a material to create unconventional magnetic states.

From Science Daily

FRBs are among the most puzzling phenomena in astronomy, but locating where they come from with precision could mark the start of a new phase in research, allowing scientists to better understand their cosmic origins.

From Science Daily