Science

In a recent study conducted by researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, significant advancements in quantum-based cybersecurity have been demonstrated in a real-world fiber optic network. This study builds upon previous research conducted in 2015 and showcases the potential for quantum key distribution as a secure method for sharing confidential information.

Fusion power plants are seen as the future of clean, sustainable energy. However, in order for these plants to be commercially viable, they must be able to create and sustain the plasma conditions necessary for fusion reactions. One of the challenges faced in achieving this is the development of instabilities such as edge localized modes

In recent decades, physicists have been exploring the behavior of ultra-cold fermionic systems confined in traps utilizing magnetic or optical fields. These systems exhibit unique properties when subjected to external magnetic fields, resulting in the formation of composite “bosonic molecules” with integer spins. The Bose-Einstein condensation of these molecules, observed when they are sufficiently cooled,

The realm of quantum computing holds immense potential for revolutionizing the way we process information and solve complex problems. One of the key components in advancing this field is the creation of electronic states that mimic molecules within superconducting circuits. Recent research conducted by physicists at RIKEN has shed light on the possibility of utilizing

Exploring the vast mysteries of the universe has always been a fascinating endeavor for scientists. Recently, a team of physicists has made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of astrophysics by developing a method to detect gravity waves with incredibly low frequencies. These gravity waves have the potential to provide valuable insights into the early

Ultraviolet spectroscopy has long been a valuable tool in the study of electronic transitions in atoms and rovibronic transitions in molecules. This field of study plays a crucial role in fundamental physics, precision measurements, and various scientific applications. Recently, a group of scientists at the Max-Planck Institute of Quantum Optics has made a significant advancement

The concept of objects disappearing seamlessly has always been a fascinating idea, from primitive camouflage techniques to the advanced metamaterial-based cloaks we see today. The trajectory of human civilization has brought us closer to achieving this goal, with recent advancements in the field of aero amphibious invisibility cloaks. Researchers at Zhejiang University have made significant

When it comes to managing plasma, scientists draw inspiration from the Japanese art of Kintsugi, where broken pieces are fused together with gold to create something more beautiful. In this case, researchers are harnessing the imperfections in magnetic fields that confine a reaction to enhance the stability and efficiency of plasma for use as a

The potential of liquid crystals in revolutionizing the future of robotics and cameras has taken a significant step forward with a new discovery. Researchers have found a simple and inexpensive way to manipulate the molecular properties of liquid crystals through light exposure. This breakthrough could potentially pave the way for the development of robots and

The thermal hall effect (THE) is a complex physical occurrence where tiny transverse temperature differences appear in a material when a thermal current passes through it along with a perpendicular magnetic field. While this effect has been identified in several insulators, the underlying physics are not yet well understood. Researchers at Université de Sherbrooke in