Recent research conducted by scientists from the Universities of Manchester and Cambridge has unveiled a groundbreaking discovery in the field of quantum information storage. By studying a “single atomic defect” in a layered 2D material known as hexagonal boron nitride (hBN), researchers have demonstrated the ability to retain quantum information for microseconds at room temperature.
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Soft robotics has been a growing field with numerous applications in various industries, from manufacturing to healthcare. One of the key components in soft robotics is hydrogels, which are materials that primarily consist of water and are widely present in everyday items like food jelly and shaving gel. These hydrogels have the potential to greatly
In a groundbreaking development, researchers at the University of Bristol have achieved a significant milestone in the field of quantum technology by successfully integrating the world’s smallest quantum light detector onto a silicon chip. This remarkable feat, detailed in the paper titled “A Bi-CMOS electronic photonic integrated circuit quantum light detector,” published in Science Advances,
Majoranas, named after an Italian theoretical physicist, are intriguing quasiparticles that have the potential to revolutionize the world of quantum computing. These particles, which exist in certain types of superconductors and in a quantum state of matter known as a spin liquid, possess unique characteristics that make them highly sought after by researchers. Unlike traditional
In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, diffusion in multicomponent alloys has been redefined as a sum of individual contributions known as “kinosons.” By utilizing machine learning to analyze the statistical distribution of these individual contributions, the team was able to develop a model for the alloy and determine
In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the University of Maryland (UMD), a new device that utilizes light for information processing has the potential to transform the telecommunications industry. Led by You Zhou, an assistant professor in UMD’s Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE), in collaboration with experts at the U.S. Department of
Dark matter is one of the most mysterious and puzzling aspects of the universe. It does not emit, reflect, or interact with light, making it invisible and incredibly difficult to detect. The existence of dark matter has been inferred based on its gravitational effects on stars and galaxies, but its true nature remains unknown. Scientists
X-ray bursts (XRBs) are violent explosions that take place on the surface of a neutron star as it absorbs material from a companion star. These explosions are triggered by increasing temperatures and densities on the surface of the neutron star, leading to a cascade of thermonuclear reactions that result in the creation of heavy chemical
Spintronics is a rapidly evolving field that focuses on utilizing the spin of an electron to create current and transfer information through electronic devices. Recent research conducted by a team from North Carolina State University and the University of Pittsburgh sheds light on how the spin information of an electron, known as a pure spin
In a groundbreaking development, researchers from the University of Portsmouth have introduced a quantum sensing scheme that pushes the boundaries of quantum sensitivity to new heights. This innovative technique focuses on measuring the transverse displacement between two interfering photons, opening up a world of possibilities for superresolution imaging methodologies. By utilizing single-photon sources as probes,