In a groundbreaking study published in Nature Photonics, Prof. Cui Linsong’s research team from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) and Prof. Samuel D. Stranks’ team from the University of Cambridge have unveiled a novel strategy to enhance the performance of blue light-emitting diodes (LEDs) based on perovskite materials. Perovskite LEDs have
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Photon up-conversion is a process that involves combining two low-energy photons into one high-energy photon. This efficient conversion of energy has numerous applications in various fields such as photovoltaic cells, organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays, and even anti-cancer therapies. Researchers around the world have been working tirelessly to develop materials that can facilitate this up-conversion
In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the potential for advanced quantum-based cybersecurity in a deployed fiber link was demonstrated. The results of this study, published in CLEO 2023, build upon a proof-of-principle experiment performed by ORNL scientists in 2015. One of the key aspects of
In the realm of physics, the study of ultra-cold fermionic systems has been a topic of interest for many physicists over the last two decades. By containing these systems in either magnetic or optical traps, researchers have been able to observe fascinating phenomena when an external magnetic field is applied. One such phenomenon involves the
Fusion power plants require specific plasma conditions to sustain fusion reactions, but often encounter instabilities such as edge localized modes (ELMs) due to gradients in temperatures and densities. These ELMs can potentially damage the reactor wall, posing a significant challenge in achieving commercial viability for fusion power plants. Researchers have identified a key factor that
In a recent study conducted by physicists at RIKEN, electronic states resembling molecules have been successfully created in superconducting circuits. This breakthrough holds significant promise for the future of quantum computers, as these unique structures known as Andreev molecules could revolutionize quantum information technologies. This innovative research, led by Sadashige Matsuo, has been published in
The study of gravitational waves has opened up a new frontier in the field of physics, allowing researchers to delve into the mysteries of the universe. A recent breakthrough by a team of physicists has brought a method to detect gravity waves with such low frequencies that they could potentially unlock the secrets behind the
Ultraviolet spectroscopy is a crucial tool in the study of electronic and rovibronic transitions in atoms and molecules. It is used in a variety of scientific fields, ranging from fundamental physics tests to precision measurements in atmospheric chemistry and astrophysics. Recently, a team of scientists at the Max-Planck Institute of Quantum Optics has made a
The concept of objects disappearing seamlessly has intrigued humanity for centuries, from primitive camouflage techniques to the advanced cloaking devices of today. Recently, researchers at Zhejiang University have taken a significant step forward in this field by introducing an intelligent aero amphibious invisibility cloak that can adapt to dynamic environments. Despite the progress made in
In the realm of plasma physics, scientists have drawn inspiration from the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi, where broken pottery is repaired with gold, creating a final product even more beautiful than the original. This metaphorical concept has led to a new approach to managing plasma, with researchers harnessing the imperfections in magnetic fields that