In a groundbreaking discovery by RIKEN chemists, an elusive structure involving two water molecules, which had long been predicted but never observed, has finally been isolated. This discovery has the potential to have wide-ranging implications in various fields such as astrochemistry and the corrosion of metals. The research paper detailing this discovery has been published
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Photon-number-resolving detectors (PNRDs) are essential for accurate determination of the number of photons in various quantum systems. Two key performance indicators for PNRDs are resolving fidelity and dynamic range. Superconducting nanostrip single-photon detectors (SNSPDs) are considered the leading technology for single-photon detection due to their high efficiency and speed. However, SNSPD-based PNRDs have faced challenges
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A team of engineers at the University of Cincinnati has developed an innovative method for converting carbon dioxide into valuable products, with the goal of addressing climate change and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. This new approach, led by Associate Professor Jingjie Wu, focuses on improving the electrochemical conversion of carbon dioxide into ethylene, a
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OpenAI Chief Sam Altman is on a mission to revolutionize the global semiconductor industry by securing trillions of dollars in funding. His objective is to address critical issues faced by the rapidly growing artificial intelligence sector, such as the scarcity of costly computer chips required to operate large-language models like OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Currently, the global
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When radiation hits water, it initiates a series of complex reactions that have significant implications, especially in medical settings where X-rays are commonly used. Recent research conducted by a team of theoretical physicists at DESY, in collaboration with colleagues from Argonne National Laboratory, has shed light on the behavior of free electrons in water when
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Disney’s recent earnings report exceeded expectations, signaling a shift towards streaming services as the company continues to adapt to the changing landscape of entertainment consumption. CEO Robert Iger announced that Disney has acquired a stake in Epic Games, the creator of Fortnite, and plans to integrate Disney storytelling into the popular game. Additionally, the entertainment
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The use of phthalates in plastic products has been a cause for concern due to the harmful effects they can have on pregnant women and their babies. A recent study revealed that these chemicals, which are commonly found in various consumer items, could be responsible for up to 10% of premature births in the United
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