Science
From mathematics and AI to medicine and psychology, The Optimist Daily features the latest news on discoveries, technological advances, and breakthroughs in the world of science. Our Science section is here to engage and enlighten you.
This magnetic motor could usher in a new generation of electric cars
A British engineering company typically geared towards making parts for Formula 1 cars claims it has created an electric motor that offers superior torque, power density and cooling capabilities in a package that’s smaller and cheaper to manufacture than a standard motor. With electric Read More...
The era of electric planes is set to begin in 2022 thanks to this new deal
Zumum, the electric plane startup backed by companies like JetBlue and Boeing, has just announced it has made a deal with JetSuite to sell 100 electric planes with deliveries expected to commence in 2022. That means that for the first time, electric planes will become a part of commercial travel. Read More...
How to be kind to yourself, according to science
For some reasons, we’re often nicer to others than we are to ourselves. It’s time you give yourself the much-needed love and respect that you need, which will boost your overall well-being by aligning your thoughts, action, and presence. Here are 8 scientifically-backed ways to be kind to Read More...
India is beating China in the race to build massive solar power projects
Since its big entry a decade ago, China has led the global solar energy industry. A massive manufacturing sector that has driven down costs, coupled with supportive government policies, have helped it commission multiple large-scale projects and become the world’s largest producer of solar Read More...
These close-up photos of Jupiter are incredible
For the past two years, NASA’s Juno spacecraft has been taking photos of Jupiter. But these are no ordinary photos of a distant minuscule planet. No, these photos come from a spacecraft that has gotten much closer to Jupiter than any craft has done before. Take a look here at the best shots Juno Read More...
Breakthrough solar panel can harvest power from raindrops — day or night
In a truly remarkable feat of innovation, scientists have figured out how to create “hybrid” solar cells that generate power not just from sunlight but also from raindrops. This means we may soon see all-weather solar panels that work when it is cloudy and even at night, if it’s Read More...
The US might need self-driving trucks to avoid a labor shortage crisis
The autonomous car industry is booming. Waymo has turned a moonshot self-driving car project into actual vehicles that only need human intervention every 30,000 miles, and perhaps thanks to Elon Musk’s attempts to distract from its crashes, Tesla’s Autopilot feature remains Read More...
Avoiding chemicals with these everyday habits can help you stay slim
According to new research, everyday products contain ‘obesogens’ which interfere with hormones and promote the build-up of a fat in the body. The researchers found that diet, house dust, cleaning chemicals, kitchenware or cosmetics are the biggest sources of contaminants. To avoid Read More...
Why the electric Jaguar at the royal wedding was a symbolic step forward
Following Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s boundary-breaking royal wedding yesterday, the happy couple changed their ensembles for the reception. But while the prince’s smart tux and bride’s sleek dress certainly impressed, there was one detail that turned heads more than anything else: Read More...
How we experience time, according to a renowned theoretical physicist
If time cannot be proven to exist within the fundamental equations we use to describe the world, what is time then? Time, one renowned physicist says, is merely a perspective, rather than a universal truth. It’s the space between memory and anticipation. Sound confusing? Have a look here to see Read More...