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.....»»
Color-changing materials could safeguard nuclear material, other valuable substances
Every over-the-counter medication bottle sports a protective seal, usually a plastic wrap or foam layer, or both. These seals offer signs of tampering attempts. In a parallel concern, the International Atomic Energy Agency relies on tamper-indicating.....»»
The San people of southern Africa: Where ethics codes for researching indigenous people could fail them
There is a long and often complicated history of researchers studying Indigenous people. In 1999, the education scholar Linda Tuhiwai-Smith, in her book "Decolonizing Methodologies: Research and Indigenous Peoples, "emphasized the colonial character.....»»
What motivates forest owners to engage in early harvesting?
Data from Norway's National Forest Inventory and from the forest authorities' quality monitoring regime show that over 25% of the forests in Norway are harvested before reaching maturity class 5, the development stage where the forests are normally c.....»»
A multi-ensemble atomic clock enhanced using quantum computing tools
Atomic clocks are a class of clocks that leverage resonance frequencies of atoms to keep time with high precision. While these clocks have become increasingly advanced and accurate over the years, existing versions might not best utilize the resource.....»»
The dynamics of deformable systems: Study unravels mathematical mystery of cable-like structures
Are our bodies solid or liquid? We all know the convention—that solids maintain their shapes, while liquids fill the containers they're in. But often in the real world, those lines are blurred. Imagine walking on a beach. Sometimes the sand gives w.....»»
Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden review: solid action RPG dishes out some hard choices
Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is an exciting open-world action RPG that doesn't compromise on its storytelling with its compelling choice system......»»
Boox Note Air3 review: A solid e-ink book reader, but a little niche
The Boox Note Air3 is a fantastic entry into the e-reader market, but its weight and larger screen compared to some of the smaller models by the company can make it a bit cumbersome to cart around.Boox Note Air3 We love e-ink tablets. Not only are th.....»»
Evidence that atomically thin hafnium telluride is an excitonic insulator
The condensation of excitons with non-zero momentum can give rise to so-called charge density waves (CDW). This phenomenon can prompt the transition of materials into a fascinating new quantum phase, known as an excitonic insulator......»»
Best Bubble Gems in Foamstars
Bubble Gems will enhance any character you pick in Foamstars, but some are stronger than others. Here are the best ones to try and get in this soapy shooter......»»
Trained AI system learns to design cellular materials for tissue engineering, energy storage
Artificial structures called cellular materials have a network of internal spaces within a solid cell-like matrix. Their porous foam-like architecture combines advantages of low density with strength. Researchers at the National Institute for Materia.....»»
The 6 best gaming PCs under $1,000 in 2024
You don't have to spend an arm and a leg to game on PC, and while you won't be able to play the latest and greatest games, these picks are solid options......»»
Whole-infrared-band camouflage with dual-band radiative heat dissipation
Camouflage refers to the ability to reduce the signal captured by detectors, thereby improving survival rates. However, the combination of detectors operating in multiple spectral bands poses a significant challenge, necessitating the development of.....»»
Here’s the Nothing Phone (2a)
Last week, Nothing made its upcoming budget-friendly device, the Nothing Phone (2a), official via a community update. However, in solid Nothing brand fashion, they didn’t actually show the device. They gave us nothing. Thanks to the internet, w.....»»
The best characters in Foamstars
Which Foamstar is the real star of the show? Each character has their own weapon and abilities, so there's an option for everyone. Here are the best picks......»»
Quantum materials: A new state of matter with chiral properties
An international research group has discovered a new state of matter characterized by the existence of a quantum phenomenon called chiral current. These currents are generated on an atomic scale by a cooperative movement of electrons, unlike conventi.....»»
Quantum simulation with ultracold fermions unveils pairing pseudogap
A research team has, for the first time, observed and quantitatively characterized the many-body pairing pseudogap in unitary Fermi gases. This achievement, pursued by the ultracold atomic community for nearly two decades, resolves longstanding debat.....»»
How to unlock Jun and Reina’s Character Episodes in Tekken 8
Each character in Tekken 8 has a special Character Episode that reveals more details about their past. Two Character Episodes need to be unlocked though......»»
Researchers develop biomimetic-photo-coupled catalysis for H₂O₂ production
A research group led by Prof. Wan Yinhua from the Institute of Process Engineering of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has developed a catalyst with dual photocatalytic and biomimetic catalytic activity for the production of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2)......»»
From Lara Croft to Bayonetta, these are our favorite Tekken 8 custom characters
With Tekken 8's superb character customizer, players have started making their own guest fighters including Tifa, Leon S. Kennedy, and Bayonetta......»»
Best AV receivers 2024: top sound for your home theater
Whether you're starting your first home theater or making upgrades, a solid receiver is one of your most important components. Here are several we recommend......»»