New high-contrast images from SPHERE show a stunning variety of debris disks shaped by collisions…
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The Max Planck Institute is a network of over 80 independent research institutions in Germany and abroad, renowned for pioneering work across a wide spectrum of scientific disciplines—from physics and astronomy to biology, social sciences, and humanities. Founded in 1948 and named after physicist Max Planck, the institutes are part of the Max Planck Society and are internationally recognized for pushing the boundaries of fundamental science. Each institute focuses on specific areas of research, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation that frequently leads to groundbreaking discoveries and influential scientific publications.
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High-pressure electron tunneling spectroscopy reveals the presence of a superconducting gap in H₃S and D₃S.…
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Exciting new findings reveal that WASP-121b, a blazing-hot giant planet, may have formed far from…