The STAR collaboration has observed a 'chiral magnetic wave' rippling through the quark-gluon plasma created at RHIC's energetic particle smashups. This finding provides evidence for the chiral magnetic effect, a quantum phenomenon causing electric charge separation along the axis of a magnetic field.
Researchers developed an efficient method to concentrate arbitrary N-particle less-entangled W states into maximally entangled states using parity-check gates. The approach requires a single photon as an auxiliary and can be repeated to increase success probability.
Scientists at ANU performed John Wheeler's delayed-choice thought experiment, proving that measurement is everything in quantum physics. The experiment found that reality only exists when observed, confirming the validity of quantum theory and its predictions about interference.
Two Large Hadron Collider experiments have combined their results to observe a previously unseen subatomic process, establishing a new and extremely rare decay of the Bs particle into two muons. This discovery helps scientists study the properties of particles to search for cracks in the Standard Model, potentially revealing new physics.
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.
Scientists at Helmholtz Munich discovered a novel lncRNA called PARTICLE that regulates cells' response to ionizing radiation by limiting DNA methylation. This finding contradicts the established LNT model and raises questions about the risk of low-dose radiation exposure.
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 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.
A quantum experiment has demonstrated Einstein's concept of 'spooky action at a distance' using homodyne measurements on a single particle. The phenomenon shows the non-local collapse of a particle's wave function when detected in two or more places.
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 Kansas State University-led study identified an 'affinity switch' that regulates the formation of proteasomes, complexes responsible for protein degradation. This discovery may provide new target sites for drugs and improve human health by understanding how cells assemble these molecular machines.
The Nexus theory provides a self-consistent explanation for Quantum Gravity, reconciling GR with Quantum Theory. It introduces the Nexus graviton, a composite particle that induces constant rotational motion and constitutes space-time.
Researchers at EPFL have captured a single snapshot of light exhibiting both wave-like and particle properties using electrons to image the phenomenon. The experiment demonstrates the simultaneous observation of quantization and interference pattern of a plasmonic near-field.
Researchers suggest the Higgs field's motion may have created a temporary imbalance between particles and antiparticles, resulting in a small excess of matter. This asymmetry is believed to be responsible for the formation of stars and planets, making up most of the universe.
Researchers analyzed the 2010 Eyjafjallajökull eruption to understand the dynamics of gravitational instabilities and particle aggregation. They found that these phenomena can significantly reduce fine-ash lifetime in the atmosphere, highlighting their importance in improving ash dispersal forecasting.
Researchers at the University of Southampton have proposed a new fundamental particle that could explain why Dark Matter remains undetected. The particle interacts strongly with normal matter, making it a promising candidate for detection in space experiments.
A new study by Professor Ulf-G Meißner finds that fundamental physics constants are fine-tuned to allow for the emergence of a life-enabling universe. The researcher used high-performance computers to simulate worlds with altered light quark masses and found that variations up to 2-3% do not prevent the formation of carbon and oxygen.
Researchers at UNC Chapel Hill created inhalable vaccines targeting lung diseases by modifying particle surface charge, inducing local and systemic immune responses. This novel approach may lead to improved vaccine accessibility in low-resource areas without refrigeration requirements.
A study has found that cation exchange capacity varies by pine bark batch, with differences in particle size distribution being a key factor. Substrate pH had no effect on CEC, while adding sphagnum peat did not increase composite CEC. Growers can improve nutrient retention and pH stability by analyzing their substrates for CEC.
Physicists have found evidence that neutrinos can interact with nuclei without causing damage, producing a 'glancing blow' instead. This reaction creates a new particle from the vacuum, defying expectations and challenging theoretical calculations.
A team of researchers has proved that two features of the quantum world are different manifestations of the same thing. They found that 'wave-particle duality' is simply the quantum 'uncertainty principle' in disguise, reducing two mysteries to one.
Professor Joachim Kopp at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz has received a €800,000 ERC Starting Grant to pursue new approaches in theoretical neutrino physics. He aims to investigate the existence of sterile neutrinos and their potential connection to dark matter.
A team of researchers led by Kent State professor Michael Strickland has developed an exact solution to a complex physics equation, enabling more accurate modeling of the universe's earliest moments and high-energy particle collisions. The breakthrough has far-reaching implications for fields like galactic structure, supernovae, and he...
Researchers revised a mathematical description of particle interactions, considering two forces unified under extreme conditions like the Large Hadron Collider. They simplified one description of elementary particles' behavior, predicting specific events that future experiments should observe.
Researchers at Berkeley Lab achieved a world record energy for laser-plasma accelerators, accelerating electrons to 4.25 giga-electron volts in just 9-centimeter long plasma tube. The setup marks a significant breakthrough in particle acceleration technology, offering potential for shrinking traditional accelerators.
Steven Blusk's groundbreaking discovery of Xi_b'- and Xi_b*- particles has major implications for the study of quark dynamics. The unique mass of each particle is attributed to a heavyweight b quark and angular momentum, with the Xi_b*- state being slightly heavier due to its aligned spins.
Researchers from Imperial College London propose that spacetime curvature provided stability for the universe to survive expansion after the Big Bang. The team investigated the interaction between Higgs particles and gravity, finding even a small interaction could stabilize the universe.
Researchers analyzed CERN data and found no conclusive evidence that the discovered particle is the Higgs particle. Instead, they suggest it could be a light techni-higgs particle composed of two techni-quarks. This discovery raises questions about the existence of dark matter.
The researchers suggest that dark matter may be composed of macroscopic objects, potentially assembled from ordinary and strange quarks or baryons. This idea challenges the current search for tiny exotic particles like WIMPS and axions.
Recent findings from the LHCb Collaboration at CERN suggest that Bs meson particles may hold the key to understanding the imbalance of matter and antimatter in the Universe. The research, led by Sheldon Stone, presents a promising new avenue for exploring charge-parity [CP] violation and its implications for particle physics.
Researchers created a reversible laser tractor beam that can repel and attract particles, moving them up to 20 centimeters with a single laser beam. The technique uses energy heating and polarization control to manipulate particles, offering new possibilities for atmospheric pollution control and tiny particle retrieval.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have designed a material that manipulates the Cherenkov cone to distinguish between common and rare particles. The material uses transformation optics to create distinct light cones for particles with high momentum, making it possible to efficiently separate and identify these particles.
Researchers found that a particle size of 50 nm is optimal for anti-cancer nanomedicines, with enhanced performance in vivo and improved tumor inhibition.
Physicists at the University of Warwick have discovered a new subatomic particle, Ds3*(2860)ˉ, which contains a charm quark and has spin 3. The discovery is expected to transform our understanding of strong interactions, one of four fundamental forces. Researchers believe that studying this particle will provide valuable insights into ...
Researchers at Princeton University have captured an image of a Majorana fermion, a particle that exhibits properties of both matter and antimatter. The discovery could yield powerful computers based on quantum mechanics, as the particle's stability allows it to interact weakly with its environment.
The researchers used acoustic waves to communicate with an artificial atom, demonstrating phenomena from quantum physics. The study could potentially harness quantum physics to create faster computers by controlling and studying quantum electrical circuits.
Researchers from the University of Surrey and Ben-Gurion University in Israel have developed a new method to detect the elusive Majorana particle, potentially leading to the creation of topological Q-Bits. This breakthrough could significantly enhance the power of quantum computers, breaking the barriers on scaling up computation.
Scientists at PPPL identified how magnetic reconnection transforms magnetic energy into particle energy, with 50% conversion rate. The process involves electron energization and creation of electrically charged field that powers ions.
Researchers suggest that dark matter particles scattering with photons and neutrinos could explain the lack of small galaxies around the Milky Way. By tuning this interaction, scientists can learn more about dark matter's physics and its effects on galaxy formation.
Researchers successfully separated a neutron's magnetic moment from its particle, observing the first experimental evidence of the 'Cheshire Cat' paradox. This technique can be applied to any property of any quantum object, improving high precision measurements.
Researchers at Chapman University and Vienna University of Technology successfully separated a neutron from its magnetic field, defying classical notions of particle properties. The experiment utilized neutron interferometry to isolate the particle's spin from its direction of motion.
A new study by PhysTEC has identified two crucial factors for sustaining university and college programs designed to increase the number of highly qualified physics teachers. Faculty members who champion physics teacher education, combined with institutional motivation and commitment, can ensure program viability.
Researchers at China's PandaX facility aim to detect direct evidence of dark matter interactions with xenon nuclei and observe double-beta decay. The new detector is designed to distinguish between nuclear recoils and electron recoils, with promising results from previous experiments like XENON100.
Researchers have successfully detected the Higgs boson decaying directly into fermions, a discovery that confirms theoretical predictions. The analysis of data gathered at the Large Hadron Collider reveals an accumulation of decays near 125 GeV and with a significance of 3.8 sigma.
Researchers have discovered a new concept for particle separation, leveraging horizontal levitation of non-magnetic particles in a magnetic field. The technique exploits differences in density and magnetic susceptibility to separate glass and pyrite particles.
Researchers at Berkeley Lab discovered that certain requirements for laser pulses in emerging small-area particle accelerators can be significantly relaxed. This finding has the potential to bring about a new era of accelerators that would need just a few meters to accelerate particles to great speeds, rather than traditional accelerat...
University of Pittsburgh physicist Sergey Frolov has received a $3 million grant to explore the use of Majorana fermions in quantum computing. Theoretical findings suggest that these particles could enable the creation of novel, incredibly powerful quantum computers.
Researchers challenge previous predictions suggesting a potential breach of the third law of thermodynamics at extremely low temperatures. They demonstrate that particles confined within finite volumes, even at zero temperature, do not violate the law.
Researchers eliminate a potential speed bump in quantum computing by showing that local symmetries are sufficient for fast searches. Global symmetry is not required for the quantum speedup, contrary to intuition.
A real-world study evaluating the benefit of treating asthma with small particle treatments like QVAR compared to larger particle treatments revealed interesting differences in asthma exacerbation outcome rates. The study found that initiating dosing with small versus large particle ICS treatments can impact asthma control rates.
Rice University physicist Wei Li is searching for the smallest and hottest drop of 'quark soup' in the universe, a liquid of subatomic particles that only appears at temperatures above 2 trillion kelvins. He will use the world's most powerful particle accelerator, LHC, to study quark-gluon plasma.
The UT Arlington particle physics team has been awarded a $2.5 million, three-year Department of Energy grant to continue their work on the ATLAS experiment at the Large Hadron Collider. The grant represents a 25% increase in funding and recognizes the team's innovative ideas and research.
Scientists discovered that oxidized organic compounds play a crucial role in new particle formation and growth. This finding contributes to better understanding of the connection between clouds and climate, shedding light on the complex process of cloud formation.
Physicist Yutaka Shikano has observed the Aharonov-Bohm effect with quantum tunneling in a linear Paul trap for the first time. The experiment demonstrates the measurable impact of a magnetic field on charged particles, verifying a fundamental component of modern physics.
Recent HADES experiments have ruled out the U boson as a potential Dark Matter candidate, but the search continues. The negative results challenge the Standard Model of particle physics and leave room for further investigation into physics beyond the current understanding.
A clinical study by Pennsylvania State University found that consuming one Hass avocado daily as part of a moderate fat diet significantly decreased low-density lipoprotein particle number and small, dense LDL cholesterol in overweight and obese subjects. The researchers observed a significant lowering of oxidized LDL particles, sugges...
Connor Richards, a second-year undergraduate student at UC Riverside, has won the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship for his research in high-energy physics. He is participating in research at the Large Hadron Collider to detect evidence of supersymmetry and understand dark matter.
UCSB physicist Tarun Grover has provided mathematical evidence for supersymmetry in a topological superconductor. The research, conducted with colleagues Donna Sheng and Ashvin Vishwanath, appears in the journal Science. Supersymmetry describes a unique relationship between particles, with fermions having boson superpartners.
Adding an impurity to a two-dimensional lattice structure can create defects that settle into harmony, restoring order and creating a 'screen' to protect the rest of the material. This finding could lead to new ways of engineering materials with unique properties.