The Large Hadron Collider, located some 350 feet beneath the France-Switzerland border, is a marvel of modern science. This massive particle collider allows scientists to recreate conditions similar to those immediately following the Big Bang. One of the main objectives of researchers, like Duke physicist Ashutosh Kotwal, is to uncover the universe’s “missing matter.” This
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Artificial light has played a crucial role in human life since the discovery of fire. Over the years, various light sources have been developed to illuminate indoor spaces, including incandescent lamps, gaslights, discharge lamps, and most recently, light-emitting diodes (LEDs). These artificial light sources have a significant impact on our ability to study and work
An international research collaboration between Germany’s Forschungszentrum Jülich and Korea’s IBS Center for Quantum Nanoscience (QNS) has recently unveiled a groundbreaking quantum sensor capable of detecting minute magnetic fields at the atomic length scale. This innovative achievement represents a significant advancement in the field of quantum technology, providing scientists with an MRI-like tool for exploring
Two-dimensional materials have become the focus of extensive research due to their unique properties that differ from their bulk counterparts. These materials, consisting of only one or two layers of molecules, exhibit a range of characteristics that can be controlled and manipulated for various applications. A research team led by physicist Prof. Ursula Wurstbauer has
Advancements in understanding and resolving the “drive-deficit” problem in indirect-drive inertial confinement fusion (ICF) experiments have been made by researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). This breakthrough could lead to more accurate predictions and improved performance in fusion energy experiments at the National Ignition Facility (NIF). The team’s findings, which are published in the
Quantum chromodynamics (QCD) serves as the theoretical foundation for exploring the interactions within atomic nuclei and the particles that make them up. One key aspect of QCD research involves delving into the containment of quarks and gluons within nucleons such as protons and neutrons. The forces acting inside nucleons are often likened to the gravitational
Rare earth magnetic materials have always been known for their unique properties, attributed to the behavior of electrons in the 4f shell. It was previously believed that controlling the magnetic properties of these 4f electrons was nearly impossible. However, recent research conducted by a team from HZB, Freie Universität Berlin, and other institutions has shattered
The impact of oil spills on the environment is well-documented, but a recent study from the University of Illinois Chicago has shed light on a previously unknown aspect of these disasters. The research conducted by a team led by Sushant Anand revealed that oil drops from underwater spills can break into smaller droplets at the
The convergence of quantum entangled light sources and ultrafast stimulated Raman spectroscopy has brought about a new era in the study of molecular properties. Quantum entanglement, a phenomenon deeply rooted in quantum mechanics, has revolutionized various fields like quantum communication, sensing, and computing. On the other hand, stimulated Raman spectroscopy offers insights into molecular vibrational
The physicists at the University of Stuttgart, led by Prof. Sebastian Loth, have made significant strides in the development of quantum microscopy. This innovative technology allows for the observation of electron movement at the atomic level with exceptional spatial and temporal resolution. The potential applications of this method are vast, with the ability to revolutionize
