Quantum chromodynamics (QCD) serves as the foundational framework for exploring the intricate forces that exist within atomic nuclei and their subatomic components – protons and neutrons. A key aspect of QCD research revolves around the confinement of quarks and gluons within these nucleons. Contrary to the traditional comparison of these forces to gravity, the emergence
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Rare earth magnetic materials have always been known for their special properties, particularly due to the electrons in the 4f shell. Traditionally, it was believed that the magnetic properties of 4f electrons were incredibly difficult to manipulate. However, a groundbreaking discovery by a team of researchers from HZB, Freie Universität Berlin, and other institutions has
Recent research conducted by the University of Illinois Chicago has shed light on the behavior of oil droplets from underwater oil spills. Contrary to previous beliefs, it has been discovered that oil drops can break into tinier droplets at the surface, remaining suspended in the water. This finding has significant implications for oil spill clean-up
At the European Organization for Nuclear Research, known as CERN, major physics experiments like the Large Hadron Collider require careful preparation each year for what can be compared to a winter hibernation. The complex machinery needs to be reset and calibrated to ensure accurate data collection and successful experimentation. The first phase of waking up
Recent developments at the University of Stuttgart led by Prof. Sebastian Loth have opened up a whole new world of possibilities in material science with the advancement of quantum microscopy. This groundbreaking technology allows scientists to observe the movement of electrons at the atomic level with an unprecedented level of precision. Their innovative method has
The field of machine learning and artificial intelligence has been rapidly growing, leading to more complex neural networks with billions of parameters. However, this growth has raised concerns about the sustainability of these technologies due to their high energy consumption and training times. In a recent publication in Nature Physics, researchers from the Max Planck
The HEFTY Topical Collaboration recently conducted research on the recombination of charm and bottom quarks into Bc mesons within the quark-gluon plasma (QGP). This study utilized a transport model to simulate the dynamics of heavy-quark bound states as they traverse the expanding QGP fireball generated in high-energy heavy-ion collisions. The findings of this investigation were
The groundbreaking research conducted by a team of experimental physicists from the University of Cologne has revealed the possibility of inducing superconducting effects in materials with unique edge-only electrical properties. This significant discovery not only sheds light on advanced quantum states but also opens up new avenues for the development of stable and efficient quantum
The concept of time crystals has been a subject of much debate in the scientific community since Frank Wilczek raised the question in 2012. A crystal is defined as an arrangement of atoms that repeats itself in space at regular intervals. But the idea of a time crystal goes beyond this, suggesting an object that
Recent research published in Physical Review Letters by a team of scientists from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) and the University of Hong Kong has shed light on the concept of time reversal symmetry in quantum evolution. This study challenges the traditional notion that time flows only in one direction and
Photons, the elementary particles that make up light, have been the subject of study by researchers at the University of Twente. Unlike electrons that occupy regions around atoms in defined orbitals, photons exhibit a much greater variety of behaviors and are easier to control. These insights into the behavior of photons have promising applications in
In the realm of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), the search for materials that can produce narrow electroluminescence (EL) spectra is ongoing. One promising avenue for achieving this is through the use of Multi-resonance thermally activated delayed fluorescence (MR-TADF) materials. These materials have the potential to revolutionize OLED technology, but they are not without their challenges.
The recent research conducted at Finland’s Aalto University has revealed an innovative way to manipulate bacteria through magnets. While the primary focus may seem to be on aligning bacteria in a specific manner, the implications of this study reach far beyond just organizing microorganisms. By utilizing magnetic fields to control bacterial movement, researchers have opened
Traditionally, intense laser pulses have been used to manipulate the magnetization orientation of materials by inducing thermal effects. The absorbed laser energy rapidly heats up the material, causing a perturbation of the magnetic order. This process typically involves the excitation of electrons, leading to changes in electron spin and orbital moments, and ultimately affecting long-range
The ability to observe magnetic fields at incredibly small scales is crucial for the development of high-performance materials with tailored characteristics. A recent breakthrough by a research team from Japan has pushed the limits of magnetic field observation to unprecedented resolutions. This achievement has far-reaching implications in various fields, from fundamental physics to next-generation devices.