Photons, the elementary particles of light, have been a subject of study for researchers at the University of Twente. Unlike electrons that orbit around atoms in fixed shapes, photons possess a much greater variety of behaviors and are easier to control. This difference opens up new possibilities for applications in fields such as smart LED
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In a recent study published in Physical Review Letters, a research team led by academician Guo Guangcan, Prof. Li Chuanfeng, and Prof. Liu Biheng from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) and Prof. Giulio Chiribella from the University of Hong Kong, has made significant progress in constructing a coherent superposition of quantum
Organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) have shown great promise in the field of display technology, with the potential to deliver high-quality images and energy-efficient performance. One of the key factors in achieving optimal OLED performance is the development of materials with narrow electroluminescence (EL) spectra. In this context, multi-resonance thermally activated delayed fluorescence (MR-TADF) materials have
Researchers at Aalto University in Finland have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of microbiology by using magnets to manipulate the movement of bacteria. This innovative approach not only provides a method for aligning bacteria but also opens up opportunities for further research in areas such as complex materials, phase transitions, and condensed matter
A groundbreaking research team from Japan, comprising scientists from Hitachi, Ltd., Kyushu University, RIKEN, HREM Research Inc., National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), and the National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS), has achieved a significant milestone in the observation of magnetic fields at incredibly small scales. This achievement marks a major breakthrough
The manipulation of magnetization orientation in materials using intense laser pulses has been an area of great interest for scientists. Traditionally, such effects were achieved through thermal mechanisms, where the absorbed energy from the laser rapidly heated up the material, leading to magnetic perturbations. However, recent research by a team of scientists from the Max
The field of electronics is constantly evolving, with the demand for smaller, faster devices ever-increasing. However, one of the main challenges faced by researchers is the ability to analyze the materials used in these devices with a high level of precision. A recent breakthrough by physicists at Michigan State University has provided a new technique
Dark matter, an invisible substance that makes up approximately 80% of the matter in the universe, has long puzzled scientists. While its existence is inferred through the effects of its gravity, detecting dark matter has proven to be a challenging task. Despite numerous experiments and observations, dark matter continues to elude direct detection. Advancements in
Recent research has shed light on the physical mechanisms of fracture in soft materials, offering a promising path towards the development of new, defect-free materials. The groundbreaking study, titled “Elastic instability behind brittle fracture,” was published in Physical Review Letters and has the potential to revolutionize various technological sectors. Crucial Discoveries The study conducted by
Innovations in the field of materials research have led to remarkable advancements in utilizing synchrotron radiation for various applications. One such groundbreaking discovery was made by physicist Alexander Chao and his doctoral student Daniel Ratner in 2010, where they found a solution to the challenge of enhancing the power of emitted radiation from storage rings.
Supersymmetry (SUSY) has been a subject of great interest in the realm of particle physics. It proposes the existence of superpartners for known particles, offering solutions to some of the mysteries that have eluded scientists for years. One particular superpartner, the top squawk or “stop,” has been a focus of research within the CMS collaboration.
The potential for quantum computers to revolutionize the world of computing is undeniable. One of the key components needed to make an effective quantum computer is a reliable quantum bit, or qubit, that can exist in a simultaneous 0 or 1 state for a sufficiently long period, known as its coherence time. One promising approach
Recent research published in Nature Communications by a team of scientists led by Rice University’s Qimiao Si has shed light on the potential existence of flat electronic bands at the Fermi level. This groundbreaking discovery has the potential to revolutionize the field of quantum computing and electronic devices by enabling new forms of technology that
Quantum computing has been a topic of interest for physicists for many years, with the goal of simulating quantum particles using a computer made up of quantum particles itself. Recently, scientists at Forschungszentrum Jülich, in collaboration with colleagues from Slovenia, have made significant strides in this area. By utilizing a quantum annealer, they were able
Recent research by a team of scientists from the University of Waterloo and Universidad Complutense de Madrid has shed new light on the existence of “kugelblitze,” a type of black hole speculated to be caused by extremely high concentrations of light. This groundbreaking research challenges long-standing theories and demonstrates that kugelblitze are impossible in our