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. The concept has garnered significant attention, especially in topological photonics, due to its potential to unlock rich physics inaccessible in traditional dimensions.
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In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers have unveiled a new method to streamline the structure of high-efficiency blue organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs). This advancement holds the promise of revolutionizing the quality and longevity of television screens, paving the way for superior viewing experiences. OLEDs have already made their mark in the realm of smartphones and displays,
Recently, Prof. Cui Linsong’s research team from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) in collaboration with Prof. Samuel D. Stranks’ team from the University of Cambridge, introduced a groundbreaking approach to improve the efficiency of blue light-emitting diodes (LEDs) based on perovskite materials. This advancement, detailed in their publication in Nature Photonics,
Photon up-conversion, the process of combining two low-energy photons to create a single high-energy photon, holds immense potential for various applications such as more efficient PV cells, OLED displays, and even anti-cancer therapies. The ability for energy to transition smoothly between molecules in a solid is crucial for this process to occur efficiently. However, the
In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, it has been shown that advanced quantum-based cybersecurity can be successfully implemented in a deployed fiber link. The results of their research, which were recently published in CLEO 2023, build upon a proof-of-principle experiment carried out by ORNL scientists
Fusion power plants hold the key to sustainable and reliable energy generation in the future. However, achieving commercially viable fusion reactions requires overcoming various challenges, including plasma instabilities such as edge localized modes (ELMs). Recent research has explored the use of negative triangularity plasma shaping as a potential solution to this issue. Plasma triangularity refers
Superconducting circuits have shown great promise for the development of quantum computers due to their ability to create electronic states resembling molecules. Physicists at RIKEN have recently made significant advancements in this field by investigating Andreev molecules in superconducting circuits. This research, published in Nature Communications, sheds light on the potential of utilizing these exotic
In an exciting breakthrough in the field of astrophysics, a team of physicists has devised a revolutionary method to detect gravity waves with unprecedented precision. These gravity waves possess such low frequencies that they may hold the key to unraveling the mysteries surrounding the early phases of mergers between supermassive black holes, which are among
Ultraviolet spectroscopy has long been a cornerstone in the study of electronic transitions in atoms and rovibronic transitions in molecules. This field of study is crucial for a wide range of scientific applications, from fundamental physics tests to precision measurements in atmospheric chemistry and astrophysics. Recently, a team of scientists led by Nathalie Picqué at
The concept of objects disappearing seamlessly has been a fascination for both scientists and the general public. From basic camouflage techniques to the highly advanced metamaterial-based cloaks of today, the evolution of invisibility technology has been nothing short of remarkable. Researchers at Zhejiang University have recently made significant progress in the field of invisibility cloaks
The Japanese art of Kintsugi, which involves fusing broken shards back together with gold, serves as an inspiration for a novel approach to managing plasma as a power source. In a recent study published in the journal Nature Communications, scientists have demonstrated how imperfections in magnetic fields can be utilized to improve and enhance plasma
The recent report by the LHCb collaboration regarding the observation of the decay of the Bc+ meson marks a significant milestone in the field of particle physics. This groundbreaking discovery sheds light on the intricate nature of subatomic particles and their interactions, opening doors to new avenues of research and understanding. Decay Process Analysis The
The Department of Materials at Imperial College London has made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of technology by developing a portable maser that is the size of a shoebox. Masers are known for their ability to amplify extremely faint electrical signals and demonstrate high-frequency stability. The significance of this discovery lies in the fact
The research team led by Professor Wang Cheng from the Department of Electrical Engineering (EE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) has made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of analog electronic signal processing and computation. They have developed a state-of-the-art microwave photonic chip that outperforms traditional electronic processors in terms of speed and
In today’s world, the ability to solve complex problems efficiently is more important than ever. Traditional computers often face challenges when dealing with large sets of interacting variables, resulting in inefficiencies like the von Neumann bottleneck. To address this issue, a new approach known as collective state computing has emerged, focusing on solving optimization problems