Ultra-intense ultrashort lasers have revolutionized various fields, ranging from basic physics to national security, industry, and healthcare. These lasers have enabled groundbreaking research in strong-field laser physics, laser-driven radiation sources, laser particle acceleration, vacuum quantum electrodynamics, and more. With advancements in laser technology, there has been a significant increase in peak laser power, breaking the
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The development of shortwave infrared (SWIR) technology has paved the way for revolutionary advancements in computer vision. By harnessing the power of SWIR light, high-volume applications in service robotics, automotive, and consumer electronics markets can achieve unprecedented reliability, function, and performance. Image sensors with SWIR sensitivity offer enhanced operation under adverse conditions such as bright
The pursuit of energy management breakthroughs has led researchers into the realm of quantum systems and materials. This exciting field has given rise to the development of cutting-edge platforms dedicated to creating quantum thermal machines, opening up new possibilities for harnessing the full potential of quantum technologies in advanced energy solutions. In particular, scientists have
Non-reciprocal interactions are a fascinating aspect of nature that defy the conventional laws of reciprocal forces such as gravity and electromagnetism. These interactions play a crucial role in the complex behavior exhibited by living organisms. While the mechanisms behind non-reciprocal interactions in microscopic systems like bacteria have been previously explained by external forces, a recent
In a groundbreaking study, researchers at Peking University in China have successfully observed the elusive 02+ state of 8He. This discovery not only provides insights into exotic nuclear structures but also has potential implications for understanding neutron stars. The findings, published in Physical Review Letters, challenge the conventional nuclear model and open up new avenues
In a recent study published in the journal Nature Communications, engineers at Columbia University and theoretical collaborators at the Max Planck for the Structure and Dynamics of Matter have made a significant breakthrough in the field of nonlinear optics. By pairing laser light to crystal lattice vibrations, they have successfully enhanced the nonlinear optical properties
In a groundbreaking study, the National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) has made a significant advancement in the field of physics and materials science by directly observing the “anisotropic magneto-Thomson effect.” This phenomenon, which involves the heat absorption and release in magnetic materials changing based on the magnetization direction, has implications for the fusion area
Researchers at the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME), in collaboration with Argonne National Laboratory and the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, have made a significant breakthrough in the field of quantum materials. With the development of a new computational tool called WEST-TDDFT, scientists can now better understand and engineer materials
The race to develop quantum computers has significantly intensified in recent years. Quantum computers, which rely on the concept of qubits or quantum bits, have achieved impressive milestones in terms of running algorithms using dozens of qubits. While most of the progress has been made in gate-based quantum computers that utilize superconducting circuits, the Optical
For centuries, magnetism has captivated human fascination and paved the way for numerous technological advancements. The generation of electric currents and the alignment of magnetic moments in materials have been the primary explanations for the existence of magnetism. However, an international team of researchers led by Professor Andrej Pustogow from TU Wien has recently achieved
The Manhattan Project, a covert research program conducted during World War 2, remains one of the most significant and controversial scientific endeavors in human history. Led by brilliant scientists like J. Robert Oppenheimer, it culminated in the development of the first atomic bombs. Milán Janosov, Founder of Geospatial Data Consulting and Chief Data Scientist at
The generation and manipulation of high-repetition pulses have proven to be invaluable across a wide range of applications, from high-speed photography to laser processing. One particular type of pulse, known as Gigahertz (GHz) burst pulses, holds significant promise in visualizing ultrafast phenomena and improving laser processing efficiency. However, existing methods for producing GHz burst pulses
In a groundbreaking study published in Nature Communications, an international team from Wits University and ICFO – The Institute of Photonic Sciences has achieved a major milestone in the field of quantum communication. The research demonstrates the teleportation-like transport of light patterns, marking a crucial step towards the realization of a quantum network for high-dimensional
Fluid dynamics is a field of physics that seeks to understand the behavior and motion of fluids, including gases and liquids. Each year, the American Physical Society’s Division of Fluid Dynamics holds a contest to showcase the most captivating images and videos related to the flow of fluids. The winners of this year’s contest were
The study of the fundamental building blocks of matter has always fascinated scientists. In their pursuit of understanding the universe, researchers have pushed the boundaries of knowledge by examining extreme states of matter. One such intriguing state is the quark-gluon plasma, a fireball of particles that existed in the first few millionths of a second