Newly observed effect makes atoms transparent to certain frequencies of light
A newly discovered phenomenon dubbed "collectively induced transparency" (CIT) causes groups of atoms to abruptly stop reflecting light at specific frequencies......»»
Large radio jet discovered in quasar J1601+3102
An international team of astronomers has observed an extremely radio-loud quasar known as J1601+3102. As a result, they found that the quasar hosts a large extended radio jet. The discovery is reported in a research paper published Nov. 25 on the arX.....»»
Apple notifies Apple Pay and Wallet users of changes to terms of use
Apple has recently started emailing its users about terms and conditions changes now in effect for Apple Pay and Wallet. Curiously though, the changes actually went into effect nearly three months ago in September. Here’s what you should know......»»
New study sheds light on when to stand out or fit in
When it comes to job interviews, conventional wisdom often suggests that standing out is key to securing a position—seemingly at odds with the general human tendency to conform. A new study by SFI Complexity Postdoctoral Fellow Katrin Schmelz and h.....»»
X-ray vision: Seeing through the mystery of an X-ray emissions mechanism
Since the 1960s, scientists who study X-rays, lightning and similar phenomena have observed something curious: In lab experiments replicating these occurrences, electrons accelerated between two electrodes can be of a higher energy than the voltage a.....»»
The TCL QM8 will light up your living room and is on sale for Cyber Week
The 2024 TCL QM8 is an excellent midrange mini-LED TV with over 4,000 nits of brightness paired with impressive black levels, and all sizes are on sale during Cyber Week......»»
Enzyme study sheds light on the molecular mechanism behind "sleepiness"
Recent research has observed that chemical modifications called phosphorylation of proteins in brain neurons dynamically regulate sleep and wakefulness. But the protein kinases that suppress sleep and the dephosphorylation enzymes that control sleep.....»»
Save up to $250 on every M4 Mac mini, plus get M2 deals from $449
Apple's new Mac mini is eligible for promo code savings, with every M4 and M4 Pro spec up to $250 off. Plus, grab closeout deals on M2 models, with prices starting at $449.Coupon savings are in effect on every M4 Mac mini.The December deals on Apple'.....»»
Flash deal: Apple"s 14-inch MacBook Pro with 16GB RAM on sale for $1,349
An exclusive discount is in effect on Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro M3 with a bump up to 16GB of RAM, now priced at $1,349 with a blowout deal.Apple's M3 MacBook Pro is on sale for $1,349 this week only.With other retailers selling the 8GB model for $1.....»»
Cheerios effect inspires novel robot design
A popular science classroom demonstration could one day lead to applications in powering tiny robots. There's a common popular science demonstration involving "soap boats," in whi.....»»
Scientists uncover new mollusk species co-habiting with an anemone in the North Atlantic abyss
A new species of tusk shell, a burrowing marine mollusk, has been discovered in deep, North Atlantic waters by scientists from the British Antarctic Survey and the Senckenberg Society for Nature Research. The newly discovered mollusk lives in the aby.....»»
The "donut effect" persists: Major US cities may never again look like they did before the pandemic
What is the shelf life of a freshly baked donut? Two days, tops. But when it comes to an entirely different kind of donut—one that Stanford economist Nicholas Bloom described early in the pandemic when he measured the exodus of people from city cen.....»»
Study brings to light new picture of intimate relationships among older adults
Living apart together (LAT) is the way to go for U.K. couples over 60, according to new research by Lancaster University and University College London (UCL)......»»
Infrared detectors made from quantum dots—a keener eye for the invisible
What do motion detectors, self-driving cars, chemical analyzers and satellites have in common? They all contain detectors for infrared (IR) light. At their core and besides readout electronics, such detectors usually consist of a crystalline semicond.....»»
Microscopy at the tip of a hair-thin optical fiber: New approach pre-shapes light for unprecedented control
Researchers at the University of Adelaide, as part of an international team, have developed an approach that makes advanced microscopy possible through an optical fiber thinner than a human hair......»»
Deep-sea marvels: How anglerfish defy evolutionary expectations
A Rice University study sheds light on the extraordinary evolution of anglerfish, a group of deep-sea dwellers whose bizarre adaptations have captivated scientists and the public alike. The research, published in Nature Ecology & Evolution, uncovers.....»»
New laser technique achieves atomic-scale precision on diamond surfaces
Imagine placing an object under a microscope and pressing a button to rearrange the surface atoms with atomic-scale precision. This once sci-fi scenario is now a reality thanks to pioneering research published in Applied Surface Science......»»
Stable perovskite catalyst achieves selective oxidation of light alkanes
Light alkanes are relatively simple molecules made entirely of carbon and hydrogen, arranged in linear or branching structures. Their oxidized counterparts, which include alcohols, epoxides, ketones, and aldehydes, are ubiquitous in the chemical indu.....»»
Observing higher-order and fractional discrete time crystals in Floquet-driven Rydberg atomic gases
A team experimentally observed higher-order and fractional discrete time crystals (DTCs) in periodically driven Rydberg atomic dissipative systems. Their study was published in Nature Communications. The team was led by Prof. Ding Dongsheng from the.....»»
Cooperative motion by atoms protects glass from fracturing
We've all experienced the moment of panic when a glass slips from our hands, shattering into pieces upon hitting the ground. What if this common mishap could become a thing of the past?.....»»
Study provides experimental evidence of high harmonic generation producing quantum light
High harmonic generation (HHG) is a highly non-linear phenomenon where a system (for example, an atom) absorbs many photons of a laser and emits photons of much higher energy, whose frequency is a harmonic (that is, a multiple) of the incoming laser'.....»»