The star-like "kagome" structure of the molecules in this 2D metal-organic material (shown in an STM image on the left and a non-contact AFM image on the right) produces strong electronic interactions ...

When the team went to identify the shape by name, they realized it was completely new to mathematics and geometry. “It was such a surprise!” Escudero told Gizmodo.

‘Shape’ Makes Geometry Entertaining. Really, It Does. By Parul Sehgal Published May 18, 2021 Updated May 20, 2021 Share full article ...

An scutoid is a solid geometric shape, like a cube or a pyramid, which had not been described until now. The epithelial cells adopt this form when the tissue curves, giving it a more stable structure.

A new study shows that like humans, crows can recognize geometric regularity, making them the first nonhuman animal known to have this ability. Squares, triangles, circles - these geometric shapes ...