Capturing blur-free images of fast movements has always been a challenge in the field of photography. Whether it’s falling water droplets or molecular interactions, the need for ultrafast cameras that can acquire millions of images per second has been a hindrance due to their high cost. However, a group of researchers has recently introduced a
Physics
Almost a century ago, physicists Satyendra Nath Bose and Albert Einstein proposed the existence of a state of matter known as Bose-Einstein condensates (BECs). These condensates occur when individual particles condense into an indistinguishable whole at extremely cold temperatures and low densities. Since the experimental realization of BECs in 1995, scientists have been using them
When you think of American beach town boardwalks, one thing that often comes to mind is the aroma of freshly made saltwater taffies. These colorful, chewy candies are synonymous with summer vacations and bring back memories of sticky fingers and sweet delights. However, not everyone’s first thought when receiving saltwater taffy is about the flavor.
Quantum computing has the potential to revolutionize the world, allowing massive health and science computation problems to be solved exponentially faster than by classical computing methods. However, one major limitation of quantum computers is that they can only operate at extremely low temperatures. This necessitates the expensive process of cooling both the computers and the
Quantum imaging has emerged as a promising field, offering significant advantages over classical protocols. By utilizing undetected probing photons, researchers have demonstrated the ability to work in low-photon flux regimes for super-resolution imaging. However, noise resilience is a critical factor in the success of quantum imaging protocols. In a recent report published in Science Advances,
Quantum computers have the potential to revolutionize the field of computing, with their ability to perform complex operations that classical computers simply cannot handle. However, one of the biggest hurdles in making quantum computers practical is the vulnerability of quantum superpositions to errors. Researchers at the RIKEN Center for Quantum Computing have taken a significant
Quantum computers, with their ability to leverage quantum mechanical phenomena, hold the promise of outperforming classical computers in complex computational and optimization problems. While some quantum computers have achieved impressive results in specific tasks, their advantage over classical computers has yet to be conclusively and consistently demonstrated. However, a recent theoretical study conducted by Ramis
Non-perturbative interactions between light and matter have long been a subject of interest for researchers. These interactions involve the quantum properties of light and the phenomena that arise from them. However, the understanding of these phenomena has been limited, with each foundational theory explaining different aspects of the interactions. To address this issue, researchers from
The quest to understand the mysteries of dark matter continues to captivate physicists worldwide. Dark matter, which is yet to be proven to exist, remains a theoretical concept that serves as a placeholder to explain certain gravitational effects on galaxies and deviations from the Standard Model of physics. Over the years, numerous theories and experiments
The process of nuclear fusion, which powers the stars, holds immense potential as a future source of clean and renewable energy for humanity. Unlike current nuclear fission plants, nuclear fusion can provide us with energy free of radioactive waste. By mimicking the fusion process taking place in the sun, scientists aim to create a powerful
Layered hybrid perovskites have gained significant attention in the field of materials science due to their diverse physical properties and exceptional functionality. However, understanding these materials can be challenging due to the co-existence of lattice order and structural disorder. In a recent study published in Science Advances, a team of scientists from the University of
The study of physical systems under extreme conditions provides valuable insights into their organization and structure. Neutron-rich isotopes, particularly the light ones with a neutron-to-proton ratio significantly different from stable nuclei, serve as stringent tests for current nuclear structure theories. Recently, an international collaboration of researchers led by Yosuke Kondo from the Department of Physics