Researchers achieved metropolitan quantum teleportation at a rate of 7.1 qubits per second, surpassing the classical limit and paving the way for future applications of quantum internet. The breakthrough was made possible by developing a fully running feedback system and high-performance photon detectors.
SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournalLight Science & Applications·DateJul 23, 2023
A team of scientists has identified an orphan gene in seahorses linked to the unique function of their brood pouch. The proline-glycine rich (pgrich) gene is expressed in flame cone cells, which are distinctive epithelial cells on the outer epithelium of the brood pouch.
SourceSophia University·JournalCell and Tissue Research·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 23, 2023
Researchers from Singapore have identified a potential dietary supplement that may improve recovery following acute kidney injury (AKI). LPC-DHA has been shown to restore the structure of damaged S3 proximal tubules and reduce inflammation in preclinical models.
SourceDuke-NUS Medical School·JournalJournal of Lipid Research·DateJul 23, 2023
The MIND diet, which combines Mediterranean and DASH principles, was positively linked with attentional inhibition in school-aged children. The diet's emphasis on brain-healthy foods like leafy greens, berries, and legumes may help improve cognitive development.
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A new model, the Carbon Neutrality Capacity Index (CNCI), evaluates contributions from various carbon sinks, including rock weathering and vegetation. The study reveals that Guizhou has a significantly higher CNCI than China's average, with regions like Libo and Pingtang showing surpluses.
SourceChinese Society for Environmental Sciences·JournalEnvironmental Science and Ecotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 23, 2023
A study of over 10,000 rural Pennsylvania children found that many received high-sodium meats, salty snacks, and sugary treats before age 2. Early exposure to these unhealthy foods can shape taste preferences and lead to long-term health issues.
The director of Texas A&M's Institute for Advancing Health Through Agriculture calls for a responsive food system that prioritizes human health. The initiative aims to align precision nutrition, responsive agriculture, and social research to reduce diet-related chronic disease.
Researchers create a phase-tailored quaternary encoding format using controllable internal assembly of dissipative soliton molecules. The four regimes allow for high-speed encoding of up to 5 kHz, with robustness and antijamming capabilities.
SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournalLight Science & Applications·DateJul 23, 2023
Researchers have developed a general methodology to measure light-to-heat conversion efficiency (LHCE) of solid materials. The PEE method simulates laser heating with electric heating and accurately calculates LHCE for various organic and inorganic materials, offering a robust alternative to existing colloidal solutions-based methods.
SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournalLight Science & Applications·DateJul 23, 2023
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A new game theory model developed at ISTA finds that both information and ignorance can lead to cooperative outcomes in changing environments. The model, based on stochastic games and algebra, quantifies the benefits of ignorance in around 80-90% cases, highlighting counter-intuitive instances where it is optimal for cooperation.
SourceInstitute of Science and Technology Austria·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 23, 2023
Researchers developed a new method for fabricating nanoscale photonic crystals with ultrafast lasers, allowing for precise control over structure dimensions and gaps. The technique enables the creation of three-dimensional complex spatial structures, opening possibilities for applications in optical communication and light manipulation.
SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournalLight Science & Applications·DateJul 23, 2023
A study by UCL researchers found that 68% of UK cosmetic injectable practitioners are not qualified medical doctors, with 32% being doctors and 13% nurses. The lack of regulation in the industry poses risks to patients, leading to concerns about competence and consent.
SourceUniversity College London·TypeMeta-analysis·DateJul 23, 2023
A new diet score reveals that people who follow a more sustainable diet are 25% less likely to die during a 30-year follow-up period. Plant-based foods are associated with lower risks of chronic diseases and reduced environmental impacts.
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Researchers discovered unprecedented snake venom resistance in caecilians, highlighting the species' ability to evolve under severe selective pressure. The study found that caecilians deployed three distinct biological methods to resist elapid snake venom, including changing receptor shape and deploying an electromagnetic 'weapon'.
SourceUniversity of Queensland·JournalInternational Journal of Molecular Sciences·DateJul 23, 2023
The new method creates complex 3D shapes in seconds by applying heat to pre-folded flat sheets with origami patterns. This innovation has the potential to mitigate issues with traditional 3D printing, such as material wastage and long print times, and can be used in various fields like fashion, disaster recovery, and more.
SourceUniversity of Tokyo·JournalACM Transactions on Graphics·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 23, 2023
Researchers design a silent state enhanced on-chip infrared circular polarization detector with an ultrahigh circular polarization discrimination ability. The device sets an optoelectronic silent state, suppressing noise and allowing for high sensitivity to light ellipticity change.
SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournalLight Science & Applications·DateJul 23, 2023