Researchers from seven European institutions and five US universities aim to understand the glass transition, a problem plaguing physics and chemistry for a long time. The collaboration hopes to find a unified understanding of the glassy state of matter and its properties.
Researchers from the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology used mass spectrometry to identify components in an ancient bitumen sample from a 5th century BCE amphora. The analysis revealed a prolonged period of biodegradation due to bacterial activity, leading to increased oxygen content in the sample.
Hugh E. Montgomery, Jefferson Lab director and president of Jefferson Science Associates, LLC, has been recognized for his outstanding leadership and distinguished research in high-energy physics. The Institute of Physics awards the Glazebrook Medal annually to individuals who display exceptional contributions to the physics community.
At the 66th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting, 30 young scientists from around the world impressed participants with their cutting-edge research on topics like precision measurements and quantum physics. The event aimed to highlight the achievements of young researchers, and attendees were treated to engaging presentations and discussions.
The Precision Oscillation and Spectrum Experiment (PROSPECT) aims to detect neutrinos emitted from the reactor, extracting information about neutrino oscillations over short distances. The experiment may reveal the existence of a fourth neutrino flavor that does not interact via the weak force.
Professor Jim Al-Khalili has received the first-ever Stephen Hawking Medal for his work in promoting public awareness of science through various disciplines. The medal recognizes his efforts to communicate complex physics concepts through documentaries and broadcasting.
The second detection of gravitational waves from merging black holes is a significant milestone in the development of physics. Scientists have found that the observed gravity waves were generated by two black holes with masses of 14 and 8 solar masses, which merged to form a single rotating black hole.
Victor Flambaum's appointment at the Helmholtz Institute Mainz is expected to give great impetus to the development of the PRISMA Cluster of Excellence. He will be collaborating with various departments, including experimental groups working on dark matter and antimatter research.
Researchers at the Institute of Nuclear Physics have observed a new mechanism creating particles in high-energy collisions, where charm mesons appear in pairs as often as singles. This effect plays a dominant role in producing charm particles and is expected to become more prominent in future accelerators.
Researchers at Kansas State University have developed a new class of fiber-based lasers that can produce high-intensity light without requiring large amounts of power. The lasers use gas molecules to emit light and are portable, making them suitable for applications such as measuring distances and detecting gases in the atmosphere.
Chinese researchers have developed a new in situ transmission electron microscopy (TEM) technique that offers powerful functionality to understand atomic-scale structure and its correlation with physical and chemical properties. The technique has potential applications in smart windows, energy management, and environmental protection.
Carl Wieman, a Nobel laureate in Physics, has received the 2016 Gutenberg Teaching Award for his exceptional contributions to the dissemination of knowledge and quality of academic teaching. The award recognizes his efforts to improve undergraduate science education through innovative approaches and tools.
Scientists detect and quantify metastability induced by disorder in granular materials for the first time. The team uses a parameter from liquid crystal physics to measure force chain orientation, confirming the relationship between disorder and metastable energy states.
Dmitry Budker, Experimental Atomic Physics professor at Mainz University, receives a EUR 2.5M ERC Advanced Grant to systematically search for dark sector particles. The project aims to identify new techniques using magnetic resonance and magnetometry to provide direct connections to the dark sector.
Roland Wiesendanger receives the award for his pioneering work on spin-polarized scanning tunneling microscopy, allowing the study of magnetism at the atomic level. Xiang Zhang is recognized for his discoveries in optical metamaterials and nanophotonics, including the far-field optical super lens.
Nuclear physicists can extend methods and observations from solid state physics to study the atomic nucleus. This collaboration has led to new understanding of Cooper pair tunneling, a phenomenon not possible in solid state physics. The authors encourage further interdisciplinarity to enrich nuclear physics research.
A team of physicists has proposed an experiment that could detect entangled photons directly, paving the way for new applications in quantum physics. The experiment involves amplifying entangled photons 100-fold and using a special technique to preserve their quantum physical effect.
Researchers at PPPL discovered that the bootstrap current is mostly carried by magnetically trapped electrons, contradicting previous understanding. This finding provides a new explanation for the large size of the bootstrap current at the tokamak edge.
Researchers at Colorado State University have discovered a new way to produce electron spin currents using non-polarized light, a potential game-changer for microelectronics. This achievement could lead to more efficient and powerful devices with reduced power consumption.
Physicists have successfully simulated a disordered quantum system on the largest supercomputers, providing new insights into the many-particle problem. The researchers used controlled experiments and computer simulations to study the behavior of materials such as high-temperature superconductors.
Physics students at Umeå University are developing an instrument to measure the electric field of the lunar surface, a first for the Moon. The project aims to provide more knowledge about the electric field, crucial for future missions to the Moon and other celestial bodies.
The 66th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting will bring together 402 young scientists from 80 countries to discuss their physics research. The participants will also have the opportunity to meet and learn from 30 Nobel laureates, including Takaaki Kajita and Arthur B. McDonald.
Physicists from Polish Academy of Sciences analyze data from LHCb experiment, indicating possible signs of new physics. The analysis shows a deviation of 3.7 sigma in the decay rate of beauty mesons, suggesting that physicists may be on the cusp of discovering new particles beyond the Standard Model.
Researchers create glass nanoengraving mechanism using femtosecond laser and glass microspheres, achieving resolution below 100 nanometers. The method enables quick and cheap creation of sensors and microchips with complex patterns.
Scientists at the University of California, Riverside have created a way to observe electrons cooling off in just 30 quadrillionths of a second. This breakthrough could lead to more efficient devices for visual displays, solar cells, and optical communications.
A study by ETH Zurich researchers found that teachers with less experience discriminate against female students in physics exams, leading to poorer grades. The findings highlight the importance of teacher training and objective grading criteria to combat biases and stereotypes.
The Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft is funding 14 new Research Units and one Clinical Research Unit, totaling €35 million. The research collaborations aim to address pressing issues in their respective fields, including neutrino mass hierarchy and creative processes.
Researchers at Concordia University found that students can improve their thinking and learning with Reflective Writing and interactive activities. Flipping the classroom on its head allows students to explore concepts before class and collaborate with peers, leading to better understanding and approach to learning.
Scientists and teachers developed a simple spreadsheet-based method to teach aerodynamic drag to 14-15 year olds. Students measured speed and frontal area while biking, then calculated the drag coefficient using an Excel spreadsheet. The approach engaged students and showed that computers can simplify complex physics problems.
A doctoral student at the University of Kansas has been awarded a yearlong Fermilab Graduate Student Fellowship in Theoretical Physics to work on dark matter research. He aims to investigate the universe's deepest riddles, including its place in the cosmos and the history of human existence.
The six PNNL researchers honored with the Breakthrough Prize have made profound contributions to human knowledge, revealing new frontier beyond the standard model of particle physics. They worked on a variety of physics questions and continue to collaborate.
Researchers discovered a famous pre-Newtonian formula for pi in calculations of the energy levels of a hydrogen atom, linking pure math to quantum physics. The Wallis formula, published in 1655, was previously unknown to be connected to the hydrogen atom's energy states.
Physicist Sampa Bhadra's T2K team made a groundbreaking discovery of neutrino oscillations, revealing a new frontier in particle physics. The team's measurement of the last unknown quantity dictating rules for oscillations has shed light on the universe's origins.
Dr. Kaushik De has been recognized for his contributions to developing cloud computing architectures that enabled global collaboration in particle physics research. He is also exploring physics beyond the standard model, seeking new discoveries in the field.
Researchers discovered a previously unknown link between young star growth and black hole feeding habits, revealing the universality of accretion physics. The study found that young stellar objects' flickering light is similar to that of black holes and white dwarfs, supporting the idea that accretion is a universal process.
A team of physicists has published a new calculation that could significantly advance the indirect search for physics beyond the Standard Model. The calculation applies to rare B meson decays, which are being studied for potential clues about undiscovered subatomic particles.
A proposed technique from physics can help remove experimenter bias in social science research, improving confidence in published studies. Researchers suggest using blind analysis to prevent confirmation biases and ensure more accurate conclusions.
Researchers are combining physics, chemistry and mathematics to unlock the secrets of caves, a field known as speleophysics. Key areas include karst landform formation, evolution and movement, which affects approximately 20% of US fresh water supply and 10% in Europe.
Researchers have successfully simulated chiral edge states in a quantum system using ultracold ytterbium atoms. The experiment demonstrates the ability to observe chiral currents at the boundaries of two-dimensional materials, similar to those observed in condensed matter physics.
The ALICE experiment confirms a fundamental symmetry between nuclei and antinuclei in terms of charge, parity and time. The measurements were made possible by the ALICE experiment's high-precision tracking and identification capabilities.
Oriol Romero-Isart receives Euro 4,000 award for seminal contributions to quantum physics topics including degenerate gases and nanooptics.
A team of researchers has experimentally connected classical and quantum mechanics by observing a dynamic Mott transition in a superconductor. The discovery sheds light on non-equilibrium physics and could lead to more efficient electronics.
Researchers created the smallest quark-gluon plasma in proton-lead collisions, contradicting previous expectations. This discovery sheds new light on high-energy physics and helps define the conditions needed for quark-gluon plasma existence.
Meera Chandrasekhar and her team developed a hands-on physics course for ninth graders designed to prepare them for higher-level STEM courses. The curriculum, called Exploring Physics, uses interactive tools such as animations, simulations, and data entry to engage students.
Researchers at Caltech have successfully observed and controlled quantum motion in a large mechanical device, defying classical physics. By manipulating the inherent quantum noise, they were able to reduce its impact on measurement precision.
A team at the University of Warsaw has developed a femtosecond laser that generates ultrashort pulses even under extreme conditions. The device uses an optical fiber to generate pulses with minimal sensitivity to external factors, making it highly dependable and suitable for industrial applications.
The article explores how particle accelerators contribute to medical treatments by providing precise control over energetic particles. Researchers are developing smaller and lower-cost machines to improve the curative capabilities of cancer treatment while reducing costs.
A new report from the American Institute of Physics finds that Ph.D. physicists in non-academic careers are intellectually stimulating, challenging, and rewarding. Many earn salaries higher than their academic counterparts, with 85% working in STEM fields and 71% describing their jobs as intellectually challenging.
Perimeter Institute has secured over $4 million in funding for fundamental research, training, and outreach through strategic partnerships. The investments will support renowned physicists and early-career researchers, fueling innovation and advancements in theoretical physics.
Chaoming Song, assistant professor of physics at the University of Miami, was awarded the 2015 Erdos-Renyi Prize for his influential work on network science. His research has a significant impact on various areas of Network Science, including statistical physics, biological science, and computational social science.
Researchers have designed and tested a magnetic shield that provides more than 10 times better shielding than previous state-of-the-art shields. The device enables high precision measurements of fundamental particles, potentially revealing previously hidden physics.
Undergraduates Connor Richards, Hanni Schoniger, and Jade Zamorano have been awarded the Donald A. Strauss Foundation Scholarship for their STEM-focused projects. The recipients aim to improve college enrollment in science and math among underrepresented high school students through outreach programs.
James Brogan, a double major in physics and chemistry, has been awarded a Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship for his research on aerosol behavior and its effects on human health. He plans to combine physics and medicine to advance techniques in medical physics.
The US National Science Foundation has awarded 10 Physics Frontiers Centers, focusing on basic research in quantum computing and fundamental physics. These collaborative environments support multidisciplinary projects and education initiatives.
The article features five physics demonstrations that showcase the importance of experimentation in the science classroom. The experiments, described by Neil Downie, a Royal Academy of Engineering visiting professor, allow students to get creative while learning fundamental physics principles.
The Joint Quantum Institute's (JQI) Physics Frontier Center, a collaboration between UMD and NIST, has been renewed by the NSF for five years. Researchers will focus on exploring topological quantum matter, entanglement, and dynamics in systems far from equilibrium.
Scientists at Niels Bohr Institute create novel sensor using entangled atoms to precisely measure tiny magnetic fields, enabling new insights into biology and medicine. The researchers employ a unique technique involving laser light and quantum uncertainty relations to overcome classical physics limitations.
Nexus theory reconciles GR and Quantum Theory, explaining dark matter as the nexus graviton's constant rotational motion. The theory also sheds light on perplexing questions in physics, including a quantum description of Black Holes without singularities.
A research group at Aarhus University developed a computer game called Quantum Moves, played 400,000 times by ordinary people, providing unique insight into the human brain's ability to solve problems. The results show females outperform males in solving problems, highlighting an unexploited capacity for ingenuity in the human brain.
Researchers found DNA uncoils asymmetrically from nucleosomes like a yoyo, affecting protein production and genetic mutations. This discovery reveals the importance of DNA flexibility in cellular processes.