Manipulating the geometry of 'electron universe' in magnets Researchers have discovered a unique property, the quantum metric, within magnetic materials, altering the 'electron universe' geometry. This distinct electric signal challenges traditional …
Perfecting the view on a crystal's imperfection Hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) has gained widespread attention and application across various quantum fields and technologies because it contains single-photon emmiters (SPEs), along with a layered str …
Compact quantum light processing An international collaboration of researchers has achieved a significant breakthrough in quantum technology, with the successful demonstration of quantum interference among several single photons usin …
Energy scientists unravel the mystery of gold's glow EPFL researchers have developed the first comprehensive model of the quantum-mechanical effects behind photoluminescence in thin gold films; a discovery that could drive the development of solar fuels …
Atom-by-atom: Imaging structural transformations in 2D materials Silicon-based electronics are approaching their physical limitations and new materials are needed to keep up with current technological demands. Two-dimensional (2D) materials have a rich array of pro …
Photonic computation with sound waves Optical neural networks may provide the high-speed and large-capacity solution necessary to tackle challenging computing tasks. However, tapping their full potential will require further advances. One …
Creating an island paradise in a fusion reactor In their ongoing quest to develop a range of methods for managing plasma so it can be used to generate electricity in a process known as fusion, researchers have shown how two old methods can be combi …
Quantum precision: A new kind of resistor Researchers have developed a method that can improve the performance of quantum resistance standards. It's based on a quantum phenomenon called Quantum Anomalous Hall effect.
Quantum breakthrough when light makes materials magnetic The potential of quantum technology is huge but is today largely limited to the extremely cold environments of laboratories. Now, researchers have succeeded in demonstrating for the very first time ho …
Protecting art and passwords with biochemistry A new molecular test method helps to prove the authenticity of works of art. The new method could also help to make passwords secure against quantum computers.
Progress in quantum physics: Researchers tame superconductors An international team including researchers from the University of W rzburg has succeeded in creating a special state of superconductivity. This discovery could advance the development of quantum comp …
Researchers discover 'neutronic molecules' Researchers have discovered 'neutronic' molecules, in which neutrons can be made to cling to quantum dots, held just by the strong force. The finding may lead to new tools for probing materi …
Researchers visualize quantum effects in electron waves One of the most fundamental interactions in physics is that of electrons and light. In an experiment, scientists have now managed to observe what is known as the Kapitza-Dirac effect for the first tim …
Sunrise to sunset, new window coating blocks heat — not view Windows welcome light into interior spaces, but they also bring in unwanted heat. A new window coating blocks heat-generating ultraviolet and infrared light and lets through visible light, regardless …
100 kilometers of quantum-encrypted transfer Researchers have taken a big step towards securing information against hacking. They have succeeded in using quantum encryption to securely transfer information 100 kilometers via fiber optic cable — …
Magnetic avalanche triggered by quantum effects Scientists have shown that Barkhausen noise can be produced not only through traditional, or classical means, but through quantum mechanical effects. The research represents an advance in fundamental …
A new type of cooling for quantum simulators Quantum simulators are quantum systems that can be controlled exceptionally well. They can be used to indirectly learn something about other quantum systems, which cannot be experimented on so easily. …
Bullseye! Accurately centering quantum dots within photonic chips Researchers have now developed standards and calibrations for optical microscopes that allow quantum dots to be aligned with the center of a photonic component to within an error of 10 to 20 nanometer …
New method to measure entropy production on the nanoscale Entropy, the amount of molecular disorder, is produced in several systems but cannot be measured directly. A new equation sheds new light on how entropy is produced on a very short time scale in laser …
N-channel diamond field-effect transistor A research team has developed an n-channel diamond MOSFET (metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor). The developed n-channel diamond MOSFET provides a key step toward CMOS (complementary met …
In-situ observation of nanoscale heat propagation A research team has developed a technique that enables the nanoscale observation of heat propagation paths and behavior within material specimens. This was achieved using a scanning transmission elect …
Quantum talk with magnetic disks Quantum computers promise to tackle some of the most challenging problems facing humanity today. While much attention has been directed towards the computation of quantum information, the transduction …
Spectroscopy and theory shed light on excitons in semiconductors Researchers have made very fast and very precise images of excitons — in fact, accurate to one quadrillionth of a second and one billionth of a meter. This understanding is essential for developing m …
Backyard insect inspires invisibility devices, next gen tech Leafhoppers, a common backyard insect, secrete and coat themselves in tiny mysterious particles that could provide both the inspiration and the instructions for next-generation technology, according t …
Plasma oscillations propel breakthroughs in fusion energy Researchers have discovered a new class of plasma oscillations — the back-and-forth, wave-like movement of electrons and ions. The research paves the way for improved particle accelerators and commer …
A new world of 2D material is opening up Materials that are incredibly thin, only a few atoms thick, exhibit unique properties that make them appealing for energy storage, catalysis and water purification. Researchers have now developed a me …
Satellites for quantum communications Through steady advances in the development of quantum computers and their ever-improving performance, it will be possible in the future to crack our current encryption processes. To address this chall …
Powerful new tool ushers in new era of quantum materials research Research in quantum materials is paving the way for groundbreaking discoveries and is poised to drive technological advancements that will redefine the landscapes of industries like mining, energy, tr …
Design rules and synthesis of quantum memory candidates In the quest to develop quantum computers and networks, there are many components that are fundamentally different than those used today. Like a modern computer, each of these components has different …
Preventing magnet meltdowns before they can start High-temperature superconductor magnets have the potential to lower the costs of operating particle accelerators and enable powerful new technologies like fusion reactors. But quenches — the sudden, …