Physics

One of the most intriguing optical phenomena, second harmonic generation (SHG), has recently gained attention due to its sensitivity to symmetry breaking in materials. Initially, SHG was only observed in crystals with broken symmetry, referred to as the i type. However, it was later discovered that SHG can also occur in magnetic systems, known as

Non-Hermitian systems have been gaining attention in recent years for their unique properties and their potential to unlock new insights into the behavior of real-world systems. In a groundbreaking study published in Physical Review Letters, scientists have successfully observed the first experimental evidence of non-Hermitian edge bursts in quantum dynamics. This exciting development opens up

Rohit Velankar, a senior at Fox Chapel Area High School, found himself pondering the rhythmic sound of juice pouring into a glass. His curiosity led him to question whether a container’s elasticity played a role in the way its contents drained. Initially a project for a science fair, Rohit’s exploration into fluid dynamics took an

Working diligently on the Short-Baseline Near Detector (SBND) at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, scientists have successfully identified the detector’s first neutrino interactions. This monumental achievement comes after years of planning, prototyping, and constructing the detector. Led by David Schmitz, the co-spokesperson for the SBND collaboration and associate professor of physics at the University of Chicago,

In a groundbreaking collaboration between the Charles University of Prague, the CFM (CSIC-UPV/EHU) center in San Sebastian, and the Nanodevices group at CIC nanoGUNE, a new complex material with exceptional properties in the realm of spintronics has been engineered. This transformative discovery, highlighted in the prestigious journal Nature Materials, paves the way for a myriad

The world of quantum physics has long been considered complex and chaotic due to the interactions of many small particles. However, recent research led by Professor Monika Aidelsburger and Professor Immanuel Bloch from the LMU Faculty of Physics challenges this notion. Their study, published in the journal Nature Physics, indicates that quantum many-body systems can

Sound waves, light waves, and water waves are known for propagating in both forward and backward directions. This bidirectional characteristic has its advantages in day-to-day interactions but poses challenges in technical applications where unidirectional wave propagation is desired. Researchers at ETH Zurich have recently made a groundbreaking discovery that allows sound waves to travel in

The field of quantum computing has been advancing rapidly in recent years, with researchers constantly exploring new approaches to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computing. In a recent study published in Science Advances, Hayato Goto introduced a new quantum error correction method called “many-hypercube codes.” This innovative approach promises to revolutionize error correction in quantum computing and

Twisted graphene layers have been shown to create a whole new environment for exotic physics, as demonstrated by physicists at RIKEN. Graphene is a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal lattice, known for its unique properties where electrons move as if they have no mass. When two or more layers of graphene

Quantum computing has emerged as a promising tool for solving complex problems and expanding our knowledge of the universe. As scientists delve deeper into the realm of quantum mechanics, the need for precise quantum error correction codes has become increasingly evident. A recent study published in Nature Physics on September 3, 2024 sheds light on

In a recent study conducted by a team of researchers from Skoltech, Universitat Politècnica de València, Institute of Spectroscopy of RAS, University of Warsaw, and University of Iceland, the spontaneous formation and synchronization of multiple quantum vortices in optically excited semiconductor microcavities were demonstrated. The researchers discovered that polariton quantum vortices formed in adjacent cells

Laser-plasma accelerators have emerged as a game-changer in the world of particle physics. Unlike traditional facilities that span kilometers in length, these compact sources can efficiently accelerate electron bunches to produce X-ray lasers that can be housed in university basements. The key advantage lies in their ability to accelerate particles in a fraction of the

Albert Einstein’s theory of relativity is built upon two fundamental assumptions, or postulates. The first postulate states that the laws of physics appear the same to everyone who is traveling in a straight line with no acceleration. This concept was inspired by the work of Dutch physicist Hendrik Lorentz and is known as “Lorentz invariance.”

In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS), there has been a successful simulation of higher-order topological (HOT) lattices using digital quantum computers. These complex lattice structures have the potential to revolutionize our understanding of advanced quantum materials and their robust quantum states, which are highly sought after in

A groundbreaking study conducted by the Controlled Molecules Group at the Fritz Haber Institute has shattered previous limitations in the field of chiral molecules. Led by Dr. Sandra Eibenberger-Arias, the team achieved near-complete separation in quantum states for these crucial components of life, challenging established beliefs and opening up new avenues for research in molecular