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Yuen Yiu

Staff Writer

Yuen Yiu has a Ph.D. in Physics from University of Tennessee and a bachelor's degree, also in Physics, from University of Michigan. During his time as a scientific researcher he worked at numerous institutions including Brookhaven National Lab, Oak Ridge National Lab, Ames National Lab, and Argonne National Lab. His area of expertise includes various investigative techniques using X-Ray and neutron scattering on materials. Originally from Hong Kong, Yuen is fluent in both Cantonese and Mandarin. In Yuen’s spare time he enjoys running and playing music.

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Earth

Moving to a City Saves Lives (But Maybe Not Your Own)

Mass migration to Chinese cities has likely decreased the total number of premature deaths caused by air pollution.

Yuen Yiu, Staff Writer

Deep Learning Explained

Deep Learning Explained

What is Deep Learning?

Get an inside look at a technology conference with buzzworthy tech trends.

Yuen Yiu, Staff Writer

Space

Is There Something Special About Our Galaxy's Dark Matter?

Astrophysicists offer a possible explanation for why dark matter seems to behave differently in the Milky Way.

Yuen Yiu, Staff Writer

Physics

BRIEF: A Breakthrough Tool for Studying Superconductors

Scientists have learned how to measure the relationship between superconductivity and vibrating electrons.

Yuen Yiu, Staff Writer

Physics

A Study About Nothing

Scientists find new ways to measure the infinitesimally small fluctuations that exist in a vacuum.

Yuen Yiu, Staff Writer

Moths’ Eyes Inspire New Tech

Nanostructure similar to moth eyes could help cut reflections on smartphone screens.

Yuen Yiu, Staff Writer

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