Dual character of excitons in the ultrafast regime: Atomic-like or solid-like?
Excitons are quasiparticles which can transport energy through solid substances. This makes them important for the development of future materials and devices—but more research is needed to understand their fundamental behavior and how to manipulat.....»»
Study indicates interstitial Cu reduces the defect density in matrix and suppresses the donor-like effect
Due to the capacity to directly and reversibly convert heat into electricity, thermoelectric (TE) material has potential applications in solid-state heat pumping and exhaust heat recuperation, thus attracting worldwide attention. Bi2Te3 stands out fo.....»»
New nanostrings can vibrate longer than any previously known solid-state object
Researchers from TU Delft and Brown University have engineered string-like resonators capable of vibrating longer at ambient temperature than any previously known solid-state object—approaching what is currently only achievable near absolute zero t.....»»
Streamlined microcomb design provides control with the flip of a switch
Light measurement devices called optical frequency combs have revolutionized metrology, spectroscopy, atomic clocks, and other applications. Yet challenges with developing frequency comb generators at a microchip scale have limited their use in every.....»»
Scientists discover single atom defect in 2D material can hold quantum information at room temperature
Scientists have discovered that a "single atomic defect" in a layered 2D material can hold onto quantum information for microseconds at room temperature, underscoring the potential of 2D materials in advancing quantum technologies......»»
"Doctor Who"s Susan Twist mystery: Breaking down the clues and fan theories
What is Russell T Davies up to with "Doctor Who" Season 14? We break down the fan theories and clues around the character Susan Twist. Why are Whovians losing their collective cool over Susan Twist? Well, it's because the elderly English actres.....»»
Connect up to 13 devices using this docking station for $50
This 13-in-1 Dual-HDMI Docking Station is on sale for $49.99 (reg. $70). TL;DR: Through May 22, get a 13-in-1 Dual-HDMI Docking Station on sale for $49.99 (reg. $70).Sometimes, the difference between a good workday and a great one can come down.....»»
The observation of a Spin Berry curvature-enhanced orbital Zeeman effect in a kagome metal
In solid materials, magnetism generally originates from the alignment of electron spins. For instance, in the ferromagnet iron, the overall net magnetization is prompted by the alignment of spins in the same direction......»»
Usually $1,500, this HP gaming PC with an RTX 4070 is $800 today
Buying a budget gaming PC can be quite difficult, but this $700 discount on the Omen 40L with an RTX 4060 is a solid choice with some good upgrade options......»»
Accelerated discovery research unveils 21 novel materials for advanced organic solid-state laser technology
Organic solid-state lasers (OSLs) hold immense promise for a wide range of applications due to their flexibility, color tunability, and efficiency. However, they are difficult to make, and with over 150,000 possible experiments required to conduct to.....»»
Thunderbolt Share simplifies dual-PC workloads—but requires new hardware
App comes out in June, but you'll need a PC or dock licensed to use it. Enlarge (credit: Intel) Intel this week announced new Thunderbolt software made for connecting two PCs. Thunderbolt Share will require Intel-licens.....»»
Scientists use generative AI to answer complex questions in physics
When water freezes, it transitions from a liquid phase to a solid phase, resulting in a drastic change in properties like density and volume. Phase transitions in water are so common most of us probably don't even think about them, but phase transiti.....»»
Data-driven model rapidly predicts dehydrogenation barriers in solid-state materials
Researchers have developed a data-driven model to predict the dehydrogenation barriers of magnesium hydride (MgH2), a promising material for solid-state hydrogen storage. This advancement holds significant potential for enhancing hydrogen storage tec.....»»
Why Keychron’s latest keyboard just became my daily driver
The Keychron Q1 HE builds on an already solid foundation with magnetic switches, and it shoots ahead of the competition in the process......»»
Dual-boot iPad would be nuts, says former Microsoft president
A number of commenters have made the point that iPad reviews haven’t really changed in years. Each generation, the hardware gets better, and the software gets left behind. That has led some to suggest a dual-boot iPad, which can switch between iPad.....»»
Researchers elucidate ultrafast laser-induced solid-to-overdense-plasma transitions
The interaction of solids with high-intensity ultra-short laser pulses has enabled major technological breakthroughs over the past half-century. On the one hand, laser ablation of solids offers micromachining and miniaturization of elements in medica.....»»
Exploring the ultrasmall and ultrafast through advances in attosecond science
A team of scientists at the Department of Energy's SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory are developing new methods to probe the universe's minute details at extraordinary speeds......»»
Team observes two distinct holographic patterns with ultrafast imaging
A team of scientists led by Professor Dong Eon Kim at the Pohang University of Science and Technology and Professor X. Lai at the Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology has achieved a breakthrough in ultrafast imaging by.....»»
3 new Nintendo Switch games you should try this weekend (May 10-12)
The Nintendo Switch just got three solid games that are all worth trying this weekend......»»
Solid-state polymer heat pump gets rid of the heat itself
Polymer changes temperature, shape when charged, moving to where the heat needs to be. Enlarge (credit: Jorg Greuel) Heat pumps are the most energy-efficient way of controlling indoor temperature. By moving heat between.....»»
Probing neptunium"s atomic structure with laser spectroscopy
A new technique developed by researchers in Germany can measure ionization states of this element more precisely than before, with implications for its detection and remediation in radioactive waste......»»