quantum mechanics

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Giant atoms have defined energy levels and follow the rules of quantum mechanics, yet they can reach sizes of up to millimeters, making them visible to the naked eye.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

Scientists hope the particle -- which is similar to a proton but four times heavier -- will reveal more about the strange behaviour of quantum mechanics.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

"The central problem is the general role of time in quantum mechanics, and especially the timescale associated with a quantum transition."

From Science Daily • Feb. 9, 2026

"There has to be some way to resolve this paradox to make our theory of gravity consistent with our theory of quantum mechanics," Mitman said.

From Science Daily • Feb. 1, 2026

Today scientists describe the universe in terms of two basic partial theories—the general theory of relativity and quantum mechanics.

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