Physicists at RIKEN have recently made significant progress in their exploration of unusual states of matter, with the potential for future applications in quantum computation. By harnessing the properties of ultrathin layers of materials, known as 2D materials, researchers are able to unlock exotic states that could revolutionize electronic devices. When a material is reduced
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At the nanoscale level, traditional heat transfer methods involving quantum particles called phonons fall short of effectively removing heat from semiconductors. Researchers at Purdue University have identified a potential solution by harnessing the power of hybrid quasiparticles known as polaritons. Unlike phonons and photons, polaritons offer a distinct way of carrying energy, making them a
In 1960, Joaquin Luttinger put forth a groundbreaking statement that established a link between the total number of particles a system can accommodate and its behavior under low-energy excitations. Initially, this theorem was found to hold true in systems of independent particles. However, what makes Luttinger’s theorem even more remarkable is that it continues to
In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers from the University of Cambridge have unlocked the secret of magnetic monopoles, isolated magnetic charges, in a material closely related to rust. This remarkable finding has the potential to revolutionize the field of computing, paving the way for greener and faster technologies. By utilizing diamond quantum sensing, the scientists observed
Protein research, diagnostics, and analytics have always relied on the accurate detection, identification, and analysis of macromolecules. Mass spectrometry, a common method used for this purpose, separates charged particles (ions) according to their mass-to-charge ratio and measures the intensity of the signals generated by a detector. However, conventional detectors have limitations when it comes to
Non-Newtonian fluids have captivated scientists and researchers for many years due to their unique properties that defy traditional definitions of solids and liquids. From oobleck to quicksand, these substances exhibit behaviors that change under stress or pressure, posing a challenge for scientists to understand their underlying physics. However, a breakthrough study conducted by researchers at
A recent study has revealed that universities have a crucial role to play in the development and success of the high-tech fusion industry. The study, authored by experts in academia and industry, emphasizes the need for public-private partnerships and the expansion of fusion-oriented programs in universities. Despite the growing interest and potential of fusion as
In the quest for increased data storage and faster-performing computers, researchers at The University of Texas at El Paso have made a groundbreaking discovery. Led by Srinivasa Singamaneni, they have developed a new type of magnet with enormous potential in the computing world. This 2D magnet, described in the journal npj 2D Materials and Applications,
Scientists at the University of Warsaw’s Faculty of Physics have made a ground-breaking discovery in the field of optics. By superposing two light beams twisted in the clockwise direction, they have successfully created counterclockwise twists in the dark regions of the resultant superposition. This research has been published in the journal Optica and holds implications
Scientists engaged in quantum research now have access to a groundbreaking tool that promises to accelerate and enhance their work. Developed by researchers at the Quantum Engineering Technology Labs and the Bristol Robotics Laboratory (BRL) at the University of Bristol, this innovative robotic arm is poised to unlock major breakthroughs in the field. With a
The existence of the quantum spin liquid (QSL) state has fascinated physicists for decades. In 1973, physicist Phil Anderson hypothesized its presence in certain triangular lattices, but was unable to investigate further due to the lack of necessary tools. However, a recent breakthrough led by researchers from the Quantum Science Center (QSC) at the Oak
The nucleus of Lead-208 has long fascinated scientists due to its unique properties. One of the most intriguing aspects is its neutron “skin,” a diffuse shell of predominantly neutrons surrounding the center of the nucleus. This peculiarity opens doors to unraveling the behavior of quarks and gluons in quantum chromodynamics (QCD) and gaining insights into