We forge ahead with scientific quests, but even zealous efforts hit a wall trying to make what nature most detests: nothing at all. It seems like such a little thing to do— removing every molecule. We find that though we displace almost all, a few remain behind. It takes attentive planning and robust equipment in a lab to do the chore of pumping vacuum pressure down to just a millitorr. The stalwart researcher persists and loses sleep, but can’t reach perfection—I’m afraid the univers...
