Science

The size of an atomic nucleus can be altered by the addition or removal of neutrons, resulting in changes in the energy levels of the atom’s electrons. These changes, known as isotope shifts, can be precisely measured to determine the radius of a nucleus. This information is crucial in advancing our understanding of nuclear physics

NASA’s Cold Atom Lab, located on the International Space Station, has made significant advancements in the field of quantum science by utilizing ultra-cold atoms to measure subtle vibrations in the space station. This groundbreaking research, detailed in a recent publication in Nature Communications, marks a significant milestone in the study of quantum mechanics in outer

In a world where technological advancements rely heavily on the transmission of light, the challenges of dealing with turbulent atmospheres and deformed optical systems have long been a roadblock. The distortion and disruption of light fields due to these complexities have hindered progress in fields such as optical communications and advanced imaging techniques. The Breakthrough

Laser spectroscopy has been a groundbreaking tool since its inception in the 1960s, revolutionizing the study of atoms and molecules. With advancements in laser technology, the capabilities of laser spectroscopy have expanded, leading to new breakthroughs in precision measurements and applications in various scientific fields. Frequency comb-based laser spectroscopy has paved the way for incredibly

Quantum computers have shown promise in revolutionizing information processing, including applications in machine learning and optimization. However, their widespread deployment is hindered by noise sensitivity, leading to errors in computations. Quantum error correction has been proposed as a solution to address these errors, but it comes with significant resource overheads. An alternative approach, quantum error

Chemists at the University of Copenhagen have recently made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of crystallography. They have successfully developed an AI application known as PhAI that has the ability to determine the phase of x-rays diffracted by crystals. This innovation has the potential to revolutionize the prediction of small molecule structures, making the

In a recent breakthrough, researchers at TMOS, the ARC Center of Excellence for Transformative Meta-Optical Systems, in collaboration with RMIT University, have introduced a new 2D quantum sensing chip utilizing hexagonal boron nitride (hBN). This innovative chip has the capability to detect temperature anomalies and magnetic fields in any direction, opening up possibilities for more

In the world of solar cells and light-emitting diodes (LEDs), one of the major challenges is exciton-exciton annihilation, a process that leads to the lowering of solar efficiency and light output in LEDs. This mechanism occurs when two excitons interact, resulting in the loss of energy and a decrease in the desired outcome. To combat

Molecular dynamics simulations have long been a challenging problem in the field of science. The interactions between electrons in molecules make it difficult to accurately predict the behavior of atoms and molecules over time scales. Traditional methods, such as solving the Schrödinger equation, were time-consuming and computationally expensive. However, recent advancements in machine learning have

Our universe, which has been in existence for a remarkable 13.7 billion years, may not be as stable as it appears. Recent experiments have pointed to a potential risk factor that could jeopardize the very fabric of our reality. This risk factor revolves around the instability of a fundamental particle known as the Higgs boson.