Physics

Quantum computers have long been hailed as the next frontier in computational technology, capable of surpassing classical computers in solving complex problems. While some quantum computers have achieved remarkable results on certain tasks, their superiority over classical computers is yet to be conclusively and consistently demonstrated. However, a recent theoretical study conducted by Ramis Movassagh,

The study of non-perturbative interactions between light and matter has garnered significant attention in scientific research. However, the role of quantum properties of light in these interactions has remained largely unexplored. Recently, researchers at Technion–Israel Institute of Technology introduced a new theory in Nature Physics that delves into the physics underlying non-perturbative interactions driven by

Dark matter has been a mystery that has baffled scientists for decades. Despite its status as a fundamental puzzle in modern physics, there is still no concrete evidence to prove its existence. However, a combined team of physicists from the University of Sussex and the National Physical Laboratory in the U.K. has devised a new

As the search for clean and renewable energy sources continues, scientists are exploring the possibilities of using nuclear fusion as a power source for humanity. Unlike nuclear fission, fusion offers a cleaner and more sustainable option, without the associated radioactive waste. However, before fusion power becomes a reality, researchers must determine the optimal mix of

Quantum technologies, specifically quantum computers, have the potential to revolutionize the future of technology. With the capability to solve problems that even the fastest supercomputers cannot handle, quantum computers have attracted significant investments from large international IT companies and countries like the United States and China. However, due to their reliance on different laws of

Polarization is a fundamental concept in the field of optics, playing a crucial role in various applications such as sunglasses, camera lenses, optical communication, and imaging systems. The ability to understand and control the polarization of light is essential for advancing optical technologies. However, the manipulation of the spatial distribution of polarization states poses significant

Layered hybrid perovskites possess exceptional functionality and diverse physical properties. However, the co-existence of lattice order and structural disorder presents a challenge for materials scientists in understanding these materials. In a recent study published in Science Advances, Zhuquan Zhang and a team of scientists from the University of Pennsylvania, University of Texas, Austin, and the

The study of physical systems under extreme conditions allows scientists to gain valuable insights into their organization and structure. In nuclear physics, the examination of neutron-rich isotopes provides crucial tests for modern nuclear structure theories. These isotopes, characterized by a significantly different neutron-to-proton ratio compared to stable nuclei, exist as short-lived resonances and decay through

Neutrinos, the tiny and neutrally charged particles that are a part of the Standard Model of particle physics, have long fascinated physicists. Despite being considered among the most abundant particles in the universe, detecting them has been a tremendous challenge due to their low interaction probability with other matter. For years, physicists have utilized advanced

A recent study conducted by a team led by Prof. He Junfeng from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) has shed new light on the relationship between electronic instability, lattice structural instability, and charge density waves (CDW). Their findings, published in Physical Review Letters, provide insights into the tunability of the van

A recent breakthrough in quantum physics has paved the way for a new approach to quantum light emitters. Scientists at Los Alamos National Laboratory have developed a method to generate a stream of circularly polarized single photons using two atomically thin materials. This groundbreaking achievement eliminates the need for an external magnetic field, opening up

Triplons, while fascinating, have always posed a challenge for researchers. These elusive entities are difficult to detect experimentally, and when they are observed, it is often on a macroscopic level, providing only an average measurement across the entire sample. However, Academy Research Fellow Robert Drost believes that designer quantum materials could hold the key to

The behavior of electronic and heat energy within solids is heavily influenced by the mass of electrons. In recent years, a class of materials known as Weyl semimetals has gained attention due to their unique properties. These materials are governed by massless particles called Weyl fermions, which behave in unusual ways. However, a new study

In a breakthrough study published in Advanced Functional Materials, researchers from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science (HFIPS), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), have introduced a novel laser-assisted layer-by-layer covalent growth method to produce highly crystalline all-graphene macrostructures (AGMs). This ground-breaking technique addresses the limitations of conventional methods and paves the way for the large-scale

Researchers at Bielefeld University in Germany have made a groundbreaking development in the field of microscopy with the creation of a fluorescence microscope that utilizes structured illumination. This innovative microscope has the ability to conduct fast super-resolution imaging across a wide field of view, allowing for the simultaneous imaging of multiple living cells. The primary