Physics

In a groundbreaking new study published in Nature Communications, RIKEN physicists have introduced a new magnetic material that has the potential to revolutionize computer memory storage. This innovation could lead to increased memory density and faster memory writing speeds, addressing the current limitations of traditional ferromagnetic materials such as iron and cobalt. The Limitations of

Synthetic dimensions (SDs) have sparked interest in the realm of physics as researchers delve into the possibilities of investigating phenomena in dimensions beyond our traditional 3D space. This frontier of active research offers a pathway to unlock rich physics that were previously inaccessible. The concept of SDs has particularly caught the attention of experts in

The research conducted by Prof. Cui Linsong’s team from the University of Science and Technology of China in collaboration with Prof. Samuel D. Stranks’ team from the University of Cambridge has brought about a groundbreaking strategy to enhance the performance of blue light-emitting diodes (LEDs) using perovskite materials. This study, published in Nature Photonics, opens

The current OLED technology used in television screens and smartphones offers vivid picture quality, but it comes with drawbacks such as high cost and short lifespans. One of the main challenges with OLED screens is the stability of the subpixels that emit blue light. These blue subpixels are the least stable and can be prone

In the quest for more efficient PV cells, OLED displays, and anti-cancer therapies, the ability to upcycle two low-energy photons into a high-energy photon is crucial. This process requires the energy to be able to freely move between randomly oriented molecules in a solid. However, the efficiency of this process has been a significant challenge

Quantum-based cybersecurity has been a hot topic in the realm of information security, promising increased protection against cyber threats. A recent study conducted by researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory sheds light on the potential of advanced quantum-based cybersecurity in a deployed fiber link. Their findings, published in CLEO 2023, build

Fusion power plants hold the promise of providing clean and sustainable energy for the future. However, one of the key challenges in making fusion power commercially viable is the development of instabilities in the plasma. These instabilities, such as edge localized modes (ELMs), can cause damage to the reactor wall and hinder the efficiency of

The field of quantum computing has seen significant advancements in recent years, with researchers exploring various materials and phenomena to harness the power of quantum-mechanical interactions for information processing. One such promising development is the creation of electronic states resembling molecules in superconducting circuits. Physicists at RIKEN have successfully generated these states, known as Andreev

Physicists have recently made a breakthrough in the field of astrophysics by developing a method to detect gravity waves with incredibly low frequencies. These waves have the potential to reveal the secrets behind the early phases of mergers between supermassive black holes, which are known to be the heaviest objects in the universe. This new

Ultraviolet spectroscopy has long been a critical tool in the study of electronic transitions in atoms and rovibronic transitions in molecules. However, recent advancements in the field have led to groundbreaking achievements that expand the possibilities of this powerful technique. Scientists at the Max-Planck Institute of Quantum Optics have made significant progress in the field

The quest for invisibility has always been a fascination for humanity, from ancient camouflage techniques to the cutting-edge cloaks of today. Zhejiang University has made significant progress in this field by introducing an intelligent aero amphibious invisibility cloak that can adapt to changing environments seamlessly. While the concept of invisibility cloaks has been explored for

In a move reminiscent of the Japanese art of Kintsugi, where broken pieces are mended with gold to create something even more beautiful, scientists are redefining the way plasma, the super-hot state of matter, is managed for use as a power source. Instead of viewing imperfections in magnetic fields as obstacles, researchers are utilizing these

In a recent publication on the arXiv preprint server, the LHCb collaboration announced a groundbreaking discovery – the observation of the decay of the Bc+ meson into a J/ψ charm-anticharm quark bound state and a pair of pions, specifically π+ and π0. This observation sheds light on a previously unexplored decay process involving an intermediate

In recent developments in the field of technology, researchers at Imperial College London’s Department of Materials have made a groundbreaking discovery. They have successfully created a portable maser that can fit into the size of a shoebox. This innovation marks a significant step forward in the world of telecommunications, quantum computing, and medical imaging. The

In a groundbreaking research study led by Professor Wang Cheng from City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), a world-leading microwave photonic chip has been developed. This chip is capable of performing ultrafast analog electronic signal processing and computation using optics, making it 1,000 times faster and more energy-efficient than traditional electronic processors. Applications The applications