Recent advancements in quantum sensing technology have led to the development of a new 2D quantum sensing chip using hexagonal boron nitride (hBN). This innovative chip has the capability to detect temperature anomalies and magnetic fields in any direction, marking a significant breakthrough in the field of quantum technology. The sensor is remarkably thinner compared
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In the world of solar cells and light-emitting diodes, the kinetics of excited states of molecules play a crucial role in determining the overall efficiency of the devices. Exciton-exciton annihilation is a major loss mechanism that can significantly impact the energy output of these systems. Researchers from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and the
Molecules, which are made up of atoms, are complex quantum systems that play a crucial role in various fields, such as drug development and material design. The computer simulation of molecules has long been a challenging task due to the intricate interactions of electrons within them. However, a recent breakthrough by researchers from the Berlin
Our universe, seemingly stable after 13.7 billion years of existence, is under threat. The culprit behind this looming danger is none other than the Higgs boson, a fundamental particle that holds the key to mass and interactions in the cosmos. The mass of particles is intricately connected to their interactions with the Higgs field, a
The quest to understand the imbalance between matter and antimatter in the universe has been a long-standing mystery in the field of particle physics. The recent breakthrough by the BASE international research collaboration at CERN has opened up new possibilities for measuring the mass and magnetic moment of antiprotons with unprecedented accuracy. According to the
In a groundbreaking move, researchers from the Okinawa Institute for Science and Technology (OIST), the University of Tohoku, and the University of Tokyo have proposed a method for simulating gravitational waves on the laboratory bench through the quantum condensate of cold atoms. This innovative approach challenges the traditional methods of detecting gravitational waves through massive
A recent study led by physicists at the University of Bath has uncovered a groundbreaking optical phenomenon with vast implications across various fields such as pharmaceutical science, security, forensics, environmental science, art conservation, and medicine. Published in the prestigious journal Nature Photonics, the research introduces a new concept known as hyper-Raman optical activity. This phenomenon
The Atlantic Meridional Ocean Current (AMOC) plays a crucial role in maintaining the relatively warm climate of Northern Europe. However, recent studies have shown that this important ocean current is under threat due to the effects of global warming. Scientists have long projected that the AMOC could cease to function by the year 2200, but
Delving deep beneath the France-Switzerland border, scientists at the Large Hadron Collider are embarking on a remarkable journey to unravel the secrets of the universe. The collision of protons at nearly the speed of light within this massive device is recreating the conditions that prevailed right after the Big Bang, providing valuable insights into the
Light has always played a crucial role in human existence, from the discovery of fire to the development of various artificial light sources over the years. Our ability to study, work, and even our physical and mental health are influenced by the distribution and intensity of artificial lights indoors. As such, modern artificial light sources