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Osaka Scientists Unveil Lightning's Role in Gamma-Ray Flashes

5/24/2025

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Japanese scientists at Osaka University have made a stunning discovery: lightning strikes can create terrestrial gamma-ray flashes (TGFs) by propelling electrons to nearly the speed of light. Using a sophisticated multi-sensor setup in Kanazawa, they captured TGF events in perfect sync with lightning, paving the way for better safety measures against extreme weather.

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Japanese scientists at Osaka University have made a stunning discovery: lightning strikes can create terrestrial gamma-ray flashes (TGFs) by propelling electrons to nearly the speed of light. Using a sophisticated multi-sensor setup in Kanazawa, they captured TGF events in perfect sync with lightning, paving the way for better safety measures against extreme weather.