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Scientists just found out exactly what happens when an atom splits in two: ScienceAlert

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The word atom comes from the Latin for indivisible. But don’t let the name fool you. A simulation by US theoretical physicists has provided the first fully microscopic characterization of the moment an atom splits in two, revealing new insights into an energetic event that came to define a new era in science and technology. … Read more

Scientists spooked as UK ministers pave way for gene editing of crops – but not animals | Gene editing

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Ministers are preparing to introduce legislation that will allow the growing of genetically modified crops in England and Wales. But the new legislation will not cover the use of this technology to create farm animals that have increased disease resistance or lower carbon footprints. The decision has shocked some senior scientists, who had expected both … Read more