In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, diffusion in multicomponent alloys has been reimagined through the concept of “kinosons.” This innovative approach involves breaking down diffusion into individual contributions and using machine learning to compute the statistical distribution of these kinosons. By doing so, the researchers were able to
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In a recent study conducted by University of Maryland (UMD) researchers, a groundbreaking discovery in the field of information processing technologies has been unveiled. This new advancement not only promises greener telecommunications but also reinforces data security for millions of users worldwide. Led by You Zhou, an assistant professor in UMD’s Department of Materials Science
Dark matter, a mysterious substance that makes up about 27% of the universe, has been a subject of great scientific interest for decades. Scientists have been studying dark matter based on its gravitational effects on the motion of stars and galaxies. The prevailing theory is that dark matter consists of particles, which interact very weakly
X-ray bursts (XRB) are fascinating celestial events that involve violent explosions on the surface of a neutron star. These explosions are triggered by the absorption of material from a companion star, leading to a cascade of thermonuclear reactions. One such reaction, 22Mg(α,p)25Al, involving magnesium-22 and helium-4, plays a crucial role in powering these explosions and
In a recent study conducted by researchers from North Carolina State University and the University of Pittsburgh, the focus was on how the spin information of an electron, known as a pure spin current, moves through chiral materials. Chiral materials are unique in that they cannot be superimposed on their mirror image, much like our
In a groundbreaking development, researchers at the University of Portsmouth have introduced a quantum sensing scheme that pushes the boundaries of quantum sensitivity to new heights. This innovative technique allows for the precise measurement of transverse displacement between two interfering photons, opening up a world of possibilities for superresolution imaging technologies. The newly unveiled quantum
The recent breakthrough achieved by a team of physicists at Harvard University has brought about a significant advancement in the field of molecular manipulation. By trapping individual polyatomic molecules in optical tweezer arrays for the first time, this research has opened up new possibilities in the realm of molecular control and quantum states. Manipulating individual
Color is not the only indicator we have when it comes to understanding our surroundings. Polarization, the way the electric field oscillates as light travels, is a rich source of information that has not been fully utilized in imaging technology until now. While companies have made significant progress in improving color in digital imaging, polarization
Gravity is a fundamental force that governs our everyday lives, yet its true nature remains shrouded in mystery. Scientists have long been puzzled by whether gravity is inherently quantum in nature, as proposed by Einstein, or if it follows classical laws. The interplay between quantum mechanics and gravitational physics poses one of the greatest challenges
Creating heat from fusion reactions is a complex process that requires precise manipulation of plasma, the electrically charged fourth state of matter that dominates the observable universe. Recent advancements in plasma diagnostics offer promising opportunities to enhance fusion reactions in tokamaks, paving the way for more efficient fusion power plants. Scientists at the Princeton Plasma