Scientists Film Plants ‘Talking’ to Each Other in Groundbreaking Footage
Scientists have filmed neighboring plants "chatting" and receiving warning messages from each other in groundbreaking footage.
The ‘Entry-Level’ Phantom TMX 5010 Can Shoot 1.16 Million FPS
Vision Research has announced a new "entry-level" slow-motion camera, the Phantom TMX 5010. While considered an entry-level system, the TMX 5010 can still push up to 1.16 million frames per second.
Aurora Hunters Have Discovered a New Type of Aurora Called ‘Dunes’
A group of aurora enthusiasts in Finland have discovered a new kind of aurora that scientists had never noticed or classified before. It's called "the dunes," and it's being hailed as a boon to scientific research about a mysterious layer of Earth’s atmosphere.
Beautiful Image of Turtle Embryo Wins Nikon Small World Photo Contest
Nikon has revealed the winners of the 45th annual Nikon Small World photomicrography competition. The photo contest features images that "showcase a spectacular blend of science and artistry under the microscope," and as usual, this year's winning images are just plain spectacular.
Fujifilm Announces the X-T1 IR, an Infrared Version of the Flagship Mirrorless Camera
Fujifilm has announced the X-T1 IR, a variant of their flagship X-Series camera that can capture infrared and ultraviolet portions of the electromagnetic spectrum. Nearly identical to the original X-T1, the new X-T1 IR utilizes infrared technology allowing it to view light not normally visible to the human eye.
The camera is aimed at professionals who may have a need for infrared technology, citing crime scene investigators, fine art photographers, and healthcare, in addition to other “scientific and technical applications.”
A Spectacular Vortex Ring Collision
This amazing video clip shows the amazing collision of two vortex rings. Imagine the kind of smoke photographs you could make if you had this setup!