In the realm of physics, synthetic dimensions (SDs) have emerged as one of the frontiers of active research, offering a pathway to explore phenomena in higher-dimensional spaces, beyond our conventional 3D geometrical space. This concept has gained significant attention, particularly in topological photonics, due to its potential to unlock rich physics that are inaccessible in
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In our modern world filled with electronic devices, the importance of semiconductors cannot be overstated. From solar panels to OLED TV screens, these devices rely on the interaction between light and the materials that make up semiconductors in order to function properly. One emerging category of semiconductors is based on organic molecules, primarily made up
The traveling salesman problem has long been a classic example of a combinatorial optimization problem, posing the question of finding the shortest route for a traveler to visit multiple cities and return home. As the number of cities increases, the complexity of the problem grows, leading to exponential computation times with conventional methods. However, a
The quest for developing powerful quantum computers has led scientists to explore new ways of harnessing noise to process quantum information. Researchers from the Niels Bohr Institute (NBI) have discovered a method to utilize noise for improving the performance of qubits, the fundamental units of quantum computing. This innovative approach opens up new possibilities for
Projection mapping has become an increasingly popular technology for creating immersive displays that captivate audiences. However, there is a common limitation that plagues current projection mapping systems – they only work effectively in dark environments. This poses a significant challenge as it restricts the types of objects that can be displayed and hinders the ability
Tantalum is an element known for its rarity, and one of its isotopes, Ta-180, stands out due to its unique characteristics. Ta-180 is the least abundant tantalum isotope and is found naturally in a long-lived excited state. This excited state, known as Ta-180m, is unlike any other and is of particular interest to researchers. Challenges
Perovskite LEDs have garnered significant attention as a potential next-generation technology for lighting and displays due to their exceptional luminescent properties and cost-effectiveness. While green, red, and near-infrared perovskite LEDs have shown remarkable progress, the development of blue perovskite LEDs has been a challenging task, impeding the advancement of the field. The Innovative Strategy Prof.
The continuous advancement in technology has paved the way for the development of new and improved organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs). Researchers have recently discovered a groundbreaking method to streamline the structure of high-efficiency blue OLEDs, which could potentially revolutionize the quality and longevity of television screens and smartphone displays. While OLEDs offer exceptional picture quality,
Efficiency is key when it comes to converting low-energy photons into high-energy photons for various applications such as PV cells, OLED displays, and anti-cancer therapies. Researchers at Kobe University have made a groundbreaking discovery that sheds light on the microscopic mechanism behind this process. By studying the electron spin states of moving and interacting excited
In a groundbreaking development, researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory have successfully demonstrated the feasibility of implementing advanced quantum-based cybersecurity in a deployed fiber link. This achievement, which was recently published in CLEO 2023, builds upon an earlier proof-of-principle laboratory experiment conducted by ORNL scientists in 2015. By transmitting a quantum