New Frontier Magazine

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A soccer ball in mid-air, curving sharply due to the Magnus Effect, with aerodynamic lines illustrating the physics of its spin.
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Soccer Players Bend Shots Midair Using Magnus Effect Physics

At NASA, the same aerodynamic equations used for rockets are now applied to soccer balls, helping students unravel the physics behind a perfectly bent shot.

Lena Petrova·June 13, 2026
Abstract visualization of a topological quantum processor with glowing energy and crystalline structures, representing stable quantum computing.
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What Are Topological Qubits and Why Are They Key for Quantum Computing?

Microsoft and UC Santa Barbara physicists recently unveiled an eight-qubit topological quantum processor, a first-of-its-kind achievement that heralds a new era of stable quantum computing.

Daron Krikorian·May 19, 2026