InnovationResearchScience

Einstein’s Scientific Revisions: When the Physics Genius Changed His Mind

New historical examination shows Albert Einstein repeatedly revised his own groundbreaking theories throughout his career. The physicist’s willingness to challenge even his own discoveries created lasting scientific debates that continue to shape modern physics.

Einstein’s Evolving Views on Gravitational Waves

Historical records indicate that Albert Einstein’s relationship with his own prediction of gravitational waves was remarkably complex. According to archival documents, after publishing his general theory of relativity in 1916, Einstein initially championed the existence of spacetime ripples. However, sources reveal that by 1936, he had reversed his position, writing to colleague Max Born that “gravitational waves do not exist.”

ClimateEnergyFunding

African Climate Research Initiative Secures €4.29 Million for 10 Transdisciplinary Projects

A major climate research funding initiative has selected 10 African-led projects addressing critical environmental vulnerabilities. The €4.29 million program brings together 126 researchers from 21 countries to tackle climate challenges through transdisciplinary approaches.

Major Funding Boost for African Climate Research

Ten transdisciplinary research projects led by African institutions have secured substantial international funding totaling €4.29 million (approximately R86.7 million) through a collaborative initiative between South Africa’s National Research Foundation and the Belmont Forum, according to recent announcements.

PrivacyTechnology

Signal President Clashes With Elon Musk Over Encrypted Messaging Security

Signal President Meredith Whittaker has responded to Elon Musk’s claims that he no longer trusts the encrypted messaging platform. The exchange highlights ongoing debates about verifiable security in private messaging applications and the tradeoffs between decentralization and usability.

Encrypted Messaging Debate Intensifies

Elon Musk, executive chairman and CTO of X, has publicly declared he no longer trusts Signal following a service disruption caused by an Amazon Web Services outage on Monday, according to reports. The statement has sparked a public exchange with Signal President Meredith Whittaker regarding what constitutes trustworthy encryption in private messaging platforms.