For many years, physicists have been perplexed by a peculiar phenomenon that occurs in a class of superconducting materials known as “strange metals.” These materials exhibit a high scattering rate of electrons, which is influenced by temperature. Understanding the cause and nature of this phenomenon could provide valuable insights into various quantum material puzzles, including
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Quantum technology has made significant advancements in recent years, promising to revolutionize various industries. However, one of the key challenges in harnessing the full potential of quantum devices is connecting them over long distances. Unlike classical data signals, quantum signals cannot be amplified, which requires the development of specialized quantum repeaters. These repeaters would allow
Researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have made significant progress in the field of moiré quantum matter by developing a technique to precisely control the alignment of supermoiré lattices. This technique, based on a set of golden rules, opens up new possibilities for the advancement of next-generation moiré quantum materials. Moiré patterns occur
The manipulation of the polarization of light is crucial for the development and enhancement of various optical applications. However, existing polarization modulation devices face limitations when it comes to manipulating the spatial distribution of the polarization state of an optical field. Additionally, these devices are only effective for predefined input polarization states, making them inadequate
Neutrinos, tiny and neutrally charged particles, have long been a subject of fascination for physicists. While they are believed to be abundant in the universe, their elusiveness has posed a significant challenge to researchers. However, recent breakthroughs in the field have led to the observation of neutrinos inside colliders, opening up new possibilities for experimental
Understanding how light interacts with molecules is a crucial step in unraveling the mysteries of chemical reactions and biological functions associated with light-matter interaction. At the forefront of this exploration is the need to study electron dynamics, which occur at the incredibly fast attosecond timescale. The first step in studying electron dynamics is to investigate
Quantum technology has opened up exciting possibilities in various fields, and researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory have now achieved a significant breakthrough in the generation of circularly polarized single photons. By stacking two different atomically thin materials, the research team has successfully created a chiral quantum light source without the need for an external
Researchers at Queen Mary University of London have made a groundbreaking revelation that has the potential to revolutionize our understanding of the universe. Their latest study, published in Science Advances, highlights a fascinating phenomenon – the possibility of variations in fundamental constants. This discovery sheds light on the crucial role these constants play in enabling
Amorphous materials, such as plastic and glass, have always intrigued scientists due to their unique properties. Unlike crystalline solids, these materials do not form orderly structures when cooled. Instead, they exist in a state that resembles a supercooled liquid, flowing extremely slowly. The microscopic mechanism behind the rigidity of these materials has remained a mystery
Scientists have recently made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of material science. A team of researchers from Ames National Laboratory and Texas A&M University have developed an innovative method to predict the ductility of metals. This quantum-mechanics-based approach is set to revolutionize the field by providing a cost-effective, efficient, and high-throughput way to determine