In the world of cycling, the term “Everesting” refers to an intense challenge where cyclists ascend and descend a mountain repeatedly until they achieve a cumulative elevation gain equivalent to that of Mount Everest, which stands at 8,848 meters. This grueling feat tests physical endurance, mental resilience, and strategic acumen. Recently, following a record-setting Everesting
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The quest for efficient and robust materials in nuclear fusion technology has gained a significant ally: artificial intelligence (AI). A cutting-edge study spearheaded by Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), as part of the Department of Energy, has illustrated the transformative potential of AI in identifying new alloys crucial for the shielding of fusion reactor components.
Recent advancements in nuclear physics have prompted researchers to delve deeper into the shell structure of atomic nuclei, particularly those situated far from stability. A compelling study led by a research team from the Institute of Modern Physics (IMP) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Huzhou University, and the University of Paris-Saclay has employed a
In a remarkable feat, researchers at the Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien) have managed to produce laser-synchronized ion pulses lasting under 500 picoseconds, paving the way for unprecedented studies of chemical processes on material surfaces. Their findings were published in the prestigious journal, Physical Review Research. This breakthrough has the potential to transform our
Recent advancements in material science have shed light on the nonlinear Hall effect (NLHE), a phenomenon that opens new avenues in electronic applications. Researchers have now observed remarkable NLHE and wireless rectification effects at room temperature in tellurium (Te), an elemental semiconductor, marking a significant leap forward in this field. This discovery, published in **Nature
Quantum mechanics continues to challenge our understanding of the universe, specifically through the lens of quantum spins which govern various phenomena in materials such as superconductors and magnetic systems. Despite their intrinsic complexity, physicists have historically found it difficult to replicate these spin interactions in controlled laboratory settings. However, recent innovative research led by Professor
The realm of metamaterials—artificial substances engineered to interact with light, sound, and other waves—has taken a significant leap forward thanks to groundbreaking research from Macquarie University. By developing a new software package called TMATSOLVER, researchers have unveiled a powerful tool that can proficiently model how various types of waves scatter upon interacting with complex particle
The collaboration between researchers from the Charles University of Prague, the CFM (CSIC-UPV/EHU) center in San Sebastian, and CIC nanoGUNE’s Nanodevices group has led to a groundbreaking discovery in the field of spintronics. The team has developed a new complex material with unique properties that could revolutionize the design of electronic devices. Published in the
The discovery of strong nonlinear magnetic second harmonic generation (MSHG) induced by ferromagnetic order in monolayer CrPS4 is a groundbreaking development in the field of optics and materials science. This research, led by Professor Sheng Zhigao at the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, sheds light on the unique properties
When Rohit Velankar, a senior at Fox Chapel Area High School, embarked on a simple science fair project to explore how a container’s elasticity affects the way its fluid drains, little did he know that it would evolve into a groundbreaking research endeavor. Teaming up with his father, Sachin Velankar, a professor of chemical and