When we usually think of sand, we imagine a substance that is solid and difficult to compress. However, scientists have discovered that when sand grains are arranged in a certain way, they can exhibit properties that are almost liquid-like. This unique behavior has opened up a world of possibilities for the design of granular metamaterials.
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The recent discovery of dual topological phases in an intrinsic monolayer crystal marks a significant breakthrough in the realm of quantum materials. An international team of researchers led by physicists from Boston College reported this groundbreaking finding in the online edition of Nature. This revelation sheds light on new rule-bending properties within the quantum realm,
In the ever-evolving world of science and technology, the utilization of coherent light sources in the deep ultraviolet (DUV) region plays a vital role in various applications such as lithography, defect inspection, metrology, and spectroscopy. The traditional high-power 193-nanometer (nm) lasers have been instrumental in lithography but have faced challenges in coherence limitations, particularly in
In a state-of-the-art research center in Romania, engineer Antonia Toma stands ready to activate the world’s most powerful laser. This laser, operated by the French company Thales, holds the promise of groundbreaking advancements across various sectors, from healthcare to space exploration. The technology behind this powerful laser is rooted in the pioneering work of Nobel
In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science in Japan, a significant achievement was made in the field of wave-based devices. By establishing a strong coupling between two different types of waves – magnons and phonons – in a thin film at room temperature, the researchers have paved
The pursuit of quantum computing has faced a major obstacle for decades – the need for extremely low temperatures in order to harness the unique computational abilities of quantum phenomena. However, recent research has shown promising results in the possibility of operating qubits at higher temperatures, potentially revolutionizing the field of quantum computing. The current
A recent project conducted by a team of physicists and engineers in China has resulted in the creation of a revolutionary gravimeter. Unlike traditional gravity measurement devices, this new gravimeter is small, highly sensitive, and capable of operating at room temperature. The team’s innovative approach involved the use of a dual magnet strategy combined with
In a groundbreaking development, physicists at RIKEN have created a new magnetic material that has the potential to revolutionize computer memory storage. Their research, recently published in the prestigious journal Nature Communications, showcases the immense possibilities of this discovery. By enabling higher memory density and faster memory writing speeds, this new material could pave the
Cerium, a rare Earth metal with various technological applications, has intrigued scientists for years due to its unique properties. This element, while rare on Earth, is more abundant in the universe, yet many questions remain regarding its synthesis in stars. A recent study by the n_TOF collaboration at CERN sheds light on the production of
The magnetic moment of a particle with spin, such as the muon, is a fundamental property that plays a crucial role in understanding the interaction between particles and magnetic fields. The theoretical value of the muon’s magnetic moment is predicted to be 2 according to the Dirac equation, formulated by physicist Paul Dirac. However, high-energy