Explore 25 science experiments that defied the laws of physics, revealing mind-bending phenomena that challenge intuition.

POINTS. WELL, WHETHER IT’S SWIMMING THE LENGTH OF A POOL IN THE BLINK OF AN EYE OR TURNING MULTIPLE FLIPS FEET OFF THE GROUND, OLYMPIC ATHLETES SEEM TO DEFY THE LAWS OF PHYSICS. SO OUR SYDNEY SHADRIX ...

Physics alumna Erin McCarthy ’23, right, was lead author on a study published in Physical Review Letters which uncovered mechanisms that cause particles to sort spontaneously into different groups.

Physics is the study of the underlying laws and mechanisms explaining how the universe works. Most of what we do in daily life is based on a principle or law of physics—dealing with forces, motion, ...

Eighth-grade engineering students uses physics principles to build marble roller coasters at Pleasantville Middle School in Westchester County, NY.

With an applied physics: mechanics degree, you’ll combine physics principles with the design experience of mechanical engineering as you prepare for graduate school or industry work. Become who you’re ...

An introduction to modern theories of the universe and its evolution. Topics include naked eye observation, the solar system, stars, galaxies, and cosmology. Emphasis will be placed on the scientific ...

Arthur Middleton Elementary School in Waldorf, Maryland, will host a new after-school program focused on applied physics, ...