Recent advancements in microscopy have led to a breakthrough in the field of life sciences. A team of researchers at HHMI’s Janelia Research Campus have found a way to adapt techniques from astronomy to improve the clarity and sharpness of microscopy images, providing biologists with a more efficient and cost-effective method for imaging biological samples.
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Optical imaging technology has taken a significant leap forward with the development of an all-optical complex field imager at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). The new imager, capable of capturing both amplitude and phase information without the need for digital processing, holds great promise for revolutionizing various fields such as biomedical imaging, security,
A recent breakthrough in the field of quantum physics has led researchers to observe time crystals on a microscale semiconductor chip. This groundbreaking discovery unveiled exceptional high non-linear dynamics in the GHz range, marking a significant advancement in our understanding of time crystal behavior. The experiment, published in Science, was conducted by researchers from the
Magneto-superelasticity has recently taken a giant leap forward with the development of a Ni34Co8Cu8Mn36Ga14 single crystal that has achieved a remarkable 5% magneto-superelasticity. Unlike traditional materials that only exhibit a strain of 0.2%, this new crystal is capable of returning to its original shape after deformation with a significantly higher strain. This breakthrough opens up
The creation of new materials through atomic precision manipulation is a groundbreaking achievement in the field of materials science. In a recent study published in Nature Materials, researchers have introduced a novel oxide material, Ca3Co3O8, that exhibits a unique combination of properties – ferromagnetism, polar distortion, and metallicity. This discovery sheds light on the concept
Quantum computing has the potential to revolutionize the world of technology by solving complex problems in a fraction of the time it would take traditional computers. However, the biggest challenge lies in building a system with millions of interconnected qubits. In a groundbreaking development, researchers at MIT and MITRE have introduced a scalable, modular hardware
Materials physicists and engineers are constantly seeking to understand how electrons interact in new materials and how these interactions affect the behavior of the devices made from them. These questions include the ease of electrical current flow within a material, the possibility of superconductivity at certain temperatures, and the preservation of electron spin in electronic
Strong field quantum optics is a fascinating field that combines elements of strong field physics with the principles of quantum optics. While the distribution of photons in classical and non-classical light sources is well-documented, the impact of these distributions on photoemission processes is not fully understood. Recent research conducted by researchers at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg and
Soft robotics has seen significant advancements in recent years, with the potential to revolutionize various industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, and search and rescue operations. A recent study published in the journal Physical Review Letters by Virginia Tech physicists has introduced a groundbreaking concept that could significantly enhance the performance of soft devices, particularly in
The Venus flower basket sponge has long baffled researchers with its delicate glass-like lattice outer skeleton, which seems far too fragile for the harsh conditions of the deep sea. However, new research has uncovered yet another remarkable engineering feat of this ancient creature’s structure. It has the ability to filter feed using only the faint
Quantum technology has taken a significant step forward with researchers at the University of Bristol achieving a groundbreaking development in integrating the world’s smallest quantum light detector onto a silicon chip. This achievement marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of quantum technologies and brings us closer to a future where high-speed quantum communications and
Majoranas, named after an Italian theoretical physicist, are unique quasiparticles that hold the potential to revolutionize quantum computing systems. These particles have different characteristics from electrons and can exist in special materials and quantum states. Two Majoranas can combine to form an electron, making them a key focus for researchers aiming to harness their unique