In a groundbreaking study published in the journal Physical Review A, a group of researchers have achieved a significant breakthrough in the manipulation of light. By simulating the effects of gravity on electromagnetic waves, the team has demonstrated the possibility of bending light within certain materials. This discovery holds tremendous implications for the fields of
Physics
The concept of superconductivity, the ability of certain materials to conduct electrical current with minimal resistance, has long intrigued scientists and researchers due to its potential applications in various technological fields. In recent years, there has been a concerted effort to enhance the superconductivity of specific materials, such as K3C60, an organic superconductor. The focus
In the wake of the global pandemic, scientists from various disciplines have united in their efforts to combat infectious diseases. One such team, comprised of atmospheric scientists, chemists, and infectious disease specialists, has embarked on an important mission at the Max Planck Institute for Chemistry. Their objective is to gather and analyze publicly available information
The Max Planck Institute for the Structure and Dynamics of Matter (MPSD) in Hamburg, Germany, has been at the forefront of researching the effect of tailored laser drives on quantum materials. In particular, their work on unconventional superconductors has yielded interesting results. However, the complexity of these experiments has hindered systematic study and optimization, hampering
Researchers at Huazhong University of Science and Technology in China have developed an innovative optical chip that has the potential to revolutionize various data-heavy tasks. This chip can configure itself to perform different functions and is particularly useful for optical neural networks, which are essential for tasks like image classification, gesture interpretation, and speech recognition.
The quest to uncover new particles continues at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), where physicists hope to find evidence of supersymmetric particles. According to the theory of supersymmetry, there are partner particles for each known fundamental particle. These supersymmetric particles could potentially explain numerous mysteries in science, such as the origin of dark matter and
In the realm of theoretical physics, the quest to unravel the mysteries of the proton has been a longstanding challenge. The proton, one of the fundamental building blocks of atomic nuclei, has remained an enigma due to the elusive nature of its radius. However, a team of theoretical physicists at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU)
When different lattices come together, they create a moiré superlattice that gives rise to remarkable phenomena like superconductivity and optical solitons. Central to this realm is the moiré flatband, which plays a crucial role in shaping advanced light-matter interactions. Controlling flatbands is a significant superpower in moiré physics and its applications. Traditionally, flatbands are generated
The concept of fractionalization, where a collective state of electrons carries a charge that is a fraction of the electron charge, has long intrigued condensed matter physicists. Not only is this phenomenon intellectually captivating, but it also holds promise for potential applications in quantum computing. Traditionally, achieving fractionalization required the use of magnetic fields to
Scientists from the University of Wollongong and Monash University have collaborated to review the superconducting diode effect, a recent discovery in quantum condensed-matter physics. This phenomenon allows dissipationless supercurrent to flow in only one direction, presenting new possibilities for superconducting circuits. The development of superconducting diodes is crucial for the advancement of ultra-low energy superconducting
X-ray technology has revolutionized the fields of medicine and scientific research by providing non-invasive medical imaging and insights into the properties of materials. In recent years, there have been significant advancements in X-ray technology, allowing for the generation of brighter and more intense beams. These advancements have made it possible to image increasingly intricate systems,
Quasicrystals, a fascinating class of materials that fall between crystals and amorphous structures, have remained a mystery in the scientific community. However, researchers from MIT and their colleagues have made significant progress in this field by developing a novel method to create atomically thin versions of quasicrystals. The team combined this technique, known as twistronics,
In the realm of nonlinear dynamic systems, a small change in one area can have significant consequences elsewhere. Examples of such systems include climate patterns, the intricate workings of the human brain, and the behavior of the electric grid. These systems undergo profound transformations over time, making them exceedingly challenging to model accurately. However, in
Researchers from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) have recently achieved a significant breakthrough in the exploration of exotic spin interactions. Led by Academician DU Jiangfeng, the team utilized solid-state spin quantum sensors based on nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers in diamond to investigate these interactions at the microscale. This groundbreaking research has been
Scientists at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have made significant advancements in the field of spintronics by using neutron imaging and a reconstruction algorithm to study the 3D shapes and dynamics of atomic magnetic arrangements known as skyrmions. This breakthrough research has the potential to revolutionize information processing and storage by utilizing