Arthur Compton and the mysteries of light

For nearly 20 years, Einstein’s quantum theory of light was disputed on the basis that light was a wave. In 1922 Compton’s x-ray scattering experiment proved light’s dual nature, writes Erik Henriksen.

A look at Algerian anonymity

Lacy Murphy, a graduate student fellow in the Center for the Humanities in Arts & Sciences, explores why Americans know so little about Algeria and why the country may mistrust Western nations. But, Murphy said, Algeria plays an important role in global politics and is among Africa’s most advanced in counterterrorism and global energy.

‘Treating the whole patient all at once’

In this episode of the “Show Me the Science” podcast, learn more about the Living Well Center, a site for orthopedic issues that focuses on health care rather than sick care.
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