Scientists uncover a surprising link between hyperbolic metamaterials and gravity, revealing that light behaves similarly in both realms.
Scientists observe the elusive demon particle for the first time
First predicted in 1956, scientists have stumbled upon a massless, neutral particle that does not interact with light, colloquially named the “demon particle”.
Topological insulators could herald a new future for electronics
Promising candidates for efficient future electronics, researchers are exploring these exotic materials for better computer memory, hard drives, even quantum computers.
First direct observation of the fermion behavior responsible for superconductivity
Fermions forming pairs? It’s just a matter of getting the conditions right.
Blue-green algae bind rare earth elements
Biosorption could help in the recycling and reuse of rare earth elements.
An important step toward the theory of superconductivity
Understanding room temperature superconductivity one step closer thanks to researchers looking at the effects of pressure.
Moon soil catalyzes reactions needed to sustain a lunar settlement
Using solar energy, water, and lunar soil, scientists were able to carry out reactions needed to sustain human life on the Moon.
Stable qubits for more compact quantum computers
A new endeavor explores the idea of topological qubits that are easy to engineer for error-free quantum computing.
Better research in the wake of AI
Shrouded in the language of computers, the key is to figure out how to work with, and not blindly rely on, AI.
Can machine learning help in solid-state materials synthesis?
While AI has proven itself to be extremely capable in discerning optimal chemical structures, synthetic feasibility remains a challenge.