In a groundbreaking development, researchers at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) have created a novel pixelated, soft, color-changing system known as the Morphable Concavity Array (MoCA). This innovative technology has the potential to revolutionize various industries, ranging from healthcare to consumer electronics and wearable technology. Led by Dr. Yi Pan from the Department of
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The study of black holes has long captivated scientists and researchers around the world. These mysterious cosmic entities, characterized by their immense gravitational pull, continue to fascinate and challenge our understanding of the universe. In a recent study published in Physical Review Letters, researchers from the University of California-Santa Barbara, University of Warsaw, and University
Researchers have successfully demonstrated a breakthrough material that brings a new dimension to dynamic windows. These windows have the capability to switch between three modes: transparent, heat-blocking, and tinted. While dynamic windows based on electrochromism are not entirely new, this new material opens up unprecedented possibilities. Veronica Augustyn, the Jake and Jennifer Hooks Distinguished Scholar
Microcombs have the potential to revolutionize various fields such as space exploration and healthcare. However, their current inefficiency prevents them from reaching their full potential. Fortunately, researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have recently achieved a groundbreaking milestone by making microcombs 10 times more efficient. This breakthrough not only opens up exciting possibilities
Near-eye displays have become an integral part of the future of portable devices, offering individuals an immersive virtual reality (VR) experience. The primary objectives of developing these displays are to create immersive experiences and ensure visual comfort. While a larger field of view (FOV) enhances immersion in virtual reality, it is crucial to address the
The universe holds many mysteries, and one of its greatest enigmas is the nature of dark matter. Comprising 84% of the matter in the universe, dark matter remains largely elusive to scientists. Despite its gravitational interactions confirming its existence, the precise nature of dark matter continues to confound the scientific community. Researchers from the University
Living organisms rely on numerous biological processes for their existence, with communication between cells and molecular components playing a crucial role in supporting these processes. Information is transmitted between these various components through different mechanisms, such as diffusion, electrical depolarization, and mechanical waves. Researchers at Yale University have recently conducted a study aiming to determine
The field of spintronics has been greatly intrigued by the potential of magnetic skyrmions as quasiparticles with unique properties. These swirling topological magnetic excitations have shown promise in various applications. However, their lower stability, limited temperature range, and dependence on an external magnetic field have hindered their wider usability. In a recent study published in
In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the demand for high-speed data transfer and processing. This has led to the development of technologies such as high-dimensional quantum communications, large-scale neural networks, and high-capacity networks. To achieve the required bandwidth and data transfer speeds, researchers are exploring the use of optical interconnects, which
High-speed imaging has long been the domain of expensive ultrafast cameras, which can acquire millions of images per second. However, a groundbreaking study by researchers from the Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS) in Canada, Concordia University, and Meta Platforms Inc. introduces a novel camera that offers a significantly more affordable alternative to achieve
Almost a century ago, physicists Satyendra Nath Bose and Albert Einstein made a groundbreaking prediction about a theoretical state of matter. They theorized that at extremely cold temperatures and low densities, individual particles would condense into an indistinguishable whole, forming what is now known as a Bose-Einstein condensate (BEC). The creation of BECs in 1995
American beach town boardwalks often boast numerous storefronts advertising saltwater taffies. The candy calls to mind summer vacations, a rainbow assortment of colors and flavors, and a sweetness that sticks to the roof of your mouth. However, one individual, San To Chan, decided to look beyond the scrumptious flavors and instead delve into the physics
Quantum computing has long been hailed as the technology of the future, promising to revolutionize the world by solving complex health and science computation problems exponentially faster than classic computing. However, a major bottleneck that quantum computers face is their requirement to operate at subzero temperatures. Cooling the computers and materials is not only challenging
Quantum imaging is a rapidly developing field that offers numerous advantages over classical imaging protocols. It utilizes the concept of entanglement and quantum interference to achieve super-resolution imaging and the detection of single photons. In a recent report published in Science Advances, Jorge Fuenzalida and a team of researchers demonstrated how the method of quantum
Quantum computers have long been regarded as the future of computing due to their potential to perform complex tasks at remarkable speeds. However, one major obstacle has been the vulnerability of quantum superpositions to errors induced by environmental perturbations. Fortunately, researchers from the RIKEN Center for Quantum Computing have made significant advancements in quantum error