When one thinks of the word ‘glasses,’ the first things that come to mind are usually drinking glasses or corrective eyewear. However, there is a fascinating world of metallic glasses, also known as amorphous metals, that is gaining prominence in scientific research and technology. Unlike traditional metals, metallic glasses possess unique properties due to their
Physics
In recent years, physicists have been diligently working towards gaining control over chemical reactions in the quantum degenerate regime. This refers to a state in which the de Broglie wavelength of particles becomes comparable to the spacing between them. Theoretical predictions have indicated that such reactions between bosonic reactants can exhibit quantum coherence and Bose
The invention of the printing press was a significant breakthrough in the duplication of written material, making it more accessible and relieving the burden on scribes. However, a reverse revolution has taken place at the McKelvey School of Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis. Researchers at the school, led by associate professor Chuan Wang,
In a groundbreaking discovery, a team of researchers has developed a cutting-edge 3D nanoprinting system that has the ability to generate intricate 3D structures with remarkable precision. This innovative technique aims to overcome the limitations of conventional high-resolution 3D nanoprinting approaches, which typically utilize expensive pulsed femtosecond lasers. The newly introduced system, however, utilizes a
Gravitational waves have opened up a new frontier in the study of the cosmos, and a recent study by a UCL-led international team suggests that observations of gravitational waves from merging black holes could provide valuable insights about dark matter. Dark matter, often described as one of the biggest missing pieces in our understanding of
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) have revolutionized the lighting industry with their energy efficiency and long lifespan. However, defects in these devices often hamper their performance. While the mechanisms behind the impact of defects on LEDs emitting red or green wavelengths are well understood, the same cannot be said for blue or ultraviolet emitters. Nevertheless, researchers at
Scientists have long been puzzled by the composition and structure of Earth’s core, but a recent breakthrough in iron synthesis may provide some answers. A team of physicists and geologists from CEA DAM-DIF, Université Paris-Saclay, and the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility, have successfully synthesized a single-crystalline form of iron that mimics the iron found in
In the ever-evolving world of scientific research, the demand for automation and efficiency has led to the development of technologies that enable quick experiments and precise handling of small amounts of liquids. One such challenge is the manipulation of droplets ranging from picoliters to microliters. Traditional digital microfluidic technology has its limitations, with a maximum
The world of materials science is filled with fascinating discoveries that continue to push the boundaries of our understanding. One such discovery, reported in a recent study published in Nature, explores the unique properties of antiferromagnets and their potential applications in ultra-precise and ultrafast motion control. By harnessing the power of electron spin and manipulating
In a groundbreaking study published in the journal Science Advances, an international team of physicists has demonstrated the efficacy of deep-learning artificial intelligence (AI) technology in accurately quantifying the level of entanglement in quantum systems. Previous research has shown that the extent of “quantumness” can be represented by a single number, but measuring this entanglement
In a groundbreaking study conducted by a research team led by Prof. Yossi Paltiel at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, the influence of nuclear spin on biological processes has been unveiled. This discovery challenges long-held assumptions and paves the way for exciting possibilities in the realms of biotechnology and quantum biology. The findings, published in
The field of quantum physics has long grappled with the challenge of efficiently synchronizing individual and independently generated photons. Such synchronization would have significant implications for quantum information processing, particularly in regards to the interactions between multiple photons. Researchers at the Weizmann Institute of Science have recently made progress in this area, using an atomic