Physics

Nuclear fusion is a complex process that has the potential to offer a nearly limitless and clean energy source for humanity. However, replicating the extreme conditions of the sun on earth is a challenging task. Mayonnaise has emerged as an unlikely yet important tool in helping researchers better understand the physics behind nuclear fusion. Dr.

The upcoming decade is expected to witness several large-scale astrophysical research projects, with a significant focus on cosmic microwave background (CMB) experiments. These projects aim to detect and study CMB radiation, which originates from the early universe and carries valuable information about its evolution. Researchers at Université Catholique de Louvain in Belgium have highlighted the

The fundamental question of why the universe is abound with matter while antimatter remains scarce has puzzled scientists for decades. According to the standard model of particle physics, matter and antimatter should have been created in equal amounts during the Big Bang, leading to their mutual annihilation. Yet, here we are, surrounded by material objects

The detection of gravitational waves from the collision of black holes in 2015 was a groundbreaking moment in the field of astrophysics. These elusive waves, predicted by Albert Einstein in 1916, have since captured the attention of scientists worldwide. The complexity involved in observing these waves, despite their profound significance, has led researchers to explore

An international team of scientists, spearheaded by physicists from the University of Bath, recently uncovered a groundbreaking optical phenomenon with far-reaching implications across various scientific disciplines. The research, detailed in the prestigious journal Nature Photonics, sheds light on the concept of hyper-Raman optical activity, a more advanced and sophisticated counterpart to the well-established Raman effect.

The Atlantic Meridional Ocean Current (AMOC) plays a crucial role in maintaining the relatively warm temperatures of Northern Europe. It transports warm water from the Gulf of Mexico to the North Atlantic, releasing heat that keeps European ports ice-free. However, due to global warming, the AMOC may be at risk of collapsing by the turn

Researchers at Purdue University have made a significant breakthrough by trapping alkali atoms, specifically cesium, on an integrated photonic circuit. This circuit acts as a transistor for photons, similar to electronic transistors. Led by Chen-Lung Hung, an associate professor of physics and astronomy, the team has opened up possibilities for building a quantum network using

In the depths of the world’s largest particle collider, scientists are on the hunt for dark matter, an elusive and invisible substance that makes up a significant portion of the universe. Dark matter, which is five times more abundant than ordinary matter, remains a mystery despite its gravitational influence on celestial bodies. Researchers, like Duke

Recent experiments conducted at the European XFEL have yielded groundbreaking results in the study of warm dense matter (WDM). This elusive state of matter, which closely mimics extreme conditions found in the interior of planets or during the fusion process, has long posed a challenge for scientists. By utilizing the powerful X-ray laser at European

Light has always been a crucial component in human life, from the discovery of fire to the development of various artificial light sources. These sources, such as incandescent lamps, gaslights, discharge lamps, and LEDs, have significantly impacted our everyday lives, influencing our ability to study, work effectively, and even affecting our physical and mental health.

The rapid advancement of digital technology may have led some to believe that printing technology is becoming obsolete. However, a team of researchers from Osaka Metropolitan University has demonstrated that printing technology is still vital, especially in the production of semiconductors essential for the digital world. In a groundbreaking study published in APL Materials, Dr.

In a groundbreaking collaboration between Germany’s Forschungszentrum Jülich and Korea’s IBS Center for Quantum Nanoscience (QNS), an international research team has developed a quantum sensor that can detect minute magnetic fields at the atomic-length scale. This achievement represents a major advancement in the field of quantum technology and has the potential to revolutionize our understanding

When a material is reduced to just one or two layers of molecules, it undergoes a remarkable transformation. Two-dimensional materials exhibit unique properties compared to their thicker counterparts. This difference in behavior has captured the interest of a research team led by physicist Prof. Ursula Wurstbauer from the University of Münster. They are delving into

Fusion energy experiments have long faced a challenge known as the “drive-deficit” problem, which has hindered the accuracy of predictions and the overall performance of these experiments. Recent advancements by a team of researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) have shed light on this issue, offering a potential solution that could significantly impact the

Quantum chromodynamics (QCD) serves as the theoretical framework for investigating the forces present within atomic nuclei, along with the protons and neutrons that make up these nuclei. A key focus of QCD research involves the confinement of quarks and gluons within nucleons, such as protons and neutrons. These forces can be likened to gravity on