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Inside a neutron star, conditions like density, gravity and magnetic fields are more extreme than anywhere in the universe outside of black holes. The conditions are so unlike those on Earth that scientists are not entirely sure what form matter takes inside neutron stars, which are dense remnants of collapsed giant stars. But a global collaboration, part of which is led by University of Maryland Astronomy Professor Cole Miller, has discovered that the matter in the core of the most massive known neutron star is less ‘squeezable’ than some physicists predicted.

A University of Maryland faculty researcher and entrepreneur with the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources has given the standard patio umbrella an eco-friendly update and designed a living canopy that provides greater shade and natural cooling with the aesthetics of flowering vines for residential patios and porches, outdoor dining, and urban spaces alike — and they are now available for purchase at select Sam’s Club stores.

A grant from the U.S. Department of Education to UMD researchers aims to support disabled people and their families as they navigate the complexities of post-school support systems and accessing work opportunities.(Photo by iStock)