Recent research conducted by the University of Bonn has uncovered a fascinating phenomenon involving light particles transforming into a “super photon” under specific conditions. This innovative discovery has the potential to revolutionize the way information is exchanged among multiple participants, providing enhanced security measures and opportunities for tap-proof communication. The research team at the Institute
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Recent research conducted by the National University of Singapore (NUS) has delved into the realm of higher-order topological (HOT) lattices using digital quantum computers. This study represents a significant advancement in the understanding of quantum materials and their potential applications in various technologies. The study of topological states of matter, including HOT lattices, has garnered
In a groundbreaking discovery, a collaborative research team has identified multiple Majorana zero modes (MZMs) within a single vortex of the superconducting topological crystalline insulator SnTe. This discovery, published in the prestigious journal Nature, represents a significant step forward in the field of quantum computing and offers a promising pathway to the realization of fault-tolerant
Equation of state measurements have been improved significantly with the development of a new sample configuration by scientists from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Argonne National Laboratory, and Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron. This advancement allows for reliable measurements in a pressure regime previously unattainable in the diamond anvil cell, pushing the boundaries of static pressure limit in condensed-matter
Topological materials have been a subject of significant interest in the scientific community due to their unique properties that stem from the knotting or twisting of their wavefunctions. These materials exhibit edge states at the boundary where the wavefunction must unwind, leading to distinct behavior of electrons compared to the bulk of the material. The
The study coordinated by the University of Trento and the University of Chicago proposes a revolutionary approach to understanding the interactions between electrons and light. This new approach could potentially revolutionize the development of quantum technologies and lead to the discovery of new states of matter. Quantum particles’ interaction plays a crucial role in the
Antimatter, a concept first postulated by British physicist Paul Dirac in 1928, has been a subject of fascination and mystery in the world of physics. The existence of antimatter particles, such as antielectrons, antiprotons, and antineutrons, has raised questions about the imbalance between matter and antimatter in the universe. Despite our understanding of the fundamental
Quantum networks have long been seen as the future of communication and information processing due to their potential for ultra-secure data transfer and quantum computing capabilities. However, one of the major challenges in implementing quantum networks has been the fragility of entangled states in fiber cables and the efficiency of signal delivery. Recently, a team
A recent breakthrough in the field of condensed matter physics has led to the discovery of a 3D quantum spin liquid near a member of the langbeinite family. The unique crystalline structure of the material, combined with its magnetic interactions, has resulted in an extraordinary behavior that has captured the attention of scientists worldwide. This
Professors Andreas Crivellin and Bruce Mellado have embarked on a groundbreaking journey in the field of particle physics. Their recent observations have shed light on deviations in the way particles interact, hinting at the existence of new bosons. These anomalies, particularly in the decay of multi-lepton particles, have sparked curiosity among researchers worldwide. The implications