Halide perovskites have gained attention in recent years due to their promising potential for various optoelectronic applications such as photovoltaics and light-emitting devices. Researchers have been investigating the unique properties of these materials, particularly focusing on the remarkable carrier lifetimes that they exhibit. A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Texas at
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The study published in Nature Communications by physicists from Singapore and the UK introduces an optical analog of the Kármán vortex street (KVS). This optical KVS pulse demonstrates intriguing parallels between fluid transport and the energy flow of structured light. The lead author of the study, Yijie Shen from Nanyang Technological University, highlights the unique
In a groundbreaking study published in the journal Optica, a team of researchers at HHMI’s Janelia Research Campus has introduced a new method to unblur microscopy images, inspired by techniques used in astronomy. This innovative approach promises to provide biologists with faster and more cost-effective solutions for obtaining clearer and sharper images of biological samples.
The potential for quantum computers to revolutionize various industries such as human health, drug discovery, and artificial intelligence is immense. These computers have the capability to solve complex problems millions of times faster than traditional computers. However, a key hurdle that needs to be overcome is the reliable connection of billions of qubits, or quantum
Optical waves have the potential to be manipulated and patterned using orthogonal spatial modes, with applications in imaging, communication, and directed energy. However, the current systems that perform these manipulations are large and cumbersome, limiting their use to high-end applications. Overview of the Study A recent study has introduced a free-standing microscale photonic lantern spatial
The Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) at Michigan State University recently unveiled its precision measurement program, a groundbreaking initiative that aims to delve into the exotic world of proton halo structures. Led by a team of dedicated researchers at FRIB’s Low Energy Beam and Ion Trap (LEBIT) facility, this program marks a significant milestone
The recent groundbreaking research conducted at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) has introduced a new era in optical imaging technology. Unlike traditional methods that focus solely on capturing the amplitude of light, the innovative all-optical complex field imager developed by the team at UCLA can now capture both amplitude and phase information without
In a recent breakthrough, a research group successfully developed a Ni34Co8Cu8Mn36Ga14 single crystal with a giant magneto-superelasticity of 5%. This advancement was made possible by introducing arrays of ordered dislocations to create preferentially oriented martensitic variants during the magnetically induced reverse martensitic transformation. Unlike traditional elasticity, which typically involves a strain of 0.2% in most
In a groundbreaking collaboration between JPMorgan Chase, the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory, and Quantinuum, a new paper published in Science Advances unveils clear evidence of a quantum algorithmic speedup for the quantum approximate optimization algorithm (QAOA). This significant milestone marks a crucial step towards achieving quantum advantage, with far-reaching implications for various
Plants have the incredible ability to draw water from their roots to nourish their stems and leaves, all while producing an electric potential that could serve as a renewable energy source. However, just like humans and animals, plants follow a circadian rhythm that dictates their biological processes throughout the day and night cycles. This daily