Researchers developed a novel microscopy technique that reveals the mechanics of blood cell membranes, leading to a better understanding of deformability and its relation to morphology. This discovery has important implications for screening and treatment of blood-cell-morphology diseases such as malaria and sickle-cell disease.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateApr 28, 2010
Researchers have developed a new, certifiably random number generator using fundamental principles of quantum mechanics. This method ensures private randomness, crucial for secure data encryption and communication, making it difficult to predict the sequence of numbers.
A new pilot study led by UC and VA researchers is evaluating the functional significance of blockages in cardiac blood vessels. Using a formula derived from fluid mechanics principles, they aim to provide more accurate assessments of vessel blockages.
A German-Spanish research group has developed an experiment to test for quantum properties in objects composed of one billion atoms, including the flu virus. This technique could potentially allow researchers to study life and consciousness in the context of quantum mechanics.
SourceIOP Publishing·JournalNew Journal of Physics·DateMar 11, 2010
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The study of co-orbital motion in natural bodies, including asteroids and satellites, has significant research value. The authors have developed a new method to design and optimize LISA orbit with an extended applicable region of over 1000 years.
David A. Dillard has received the 2010 Award for Excellence in Adhesion Science from the Adhesion Society, credited with exceptional insight and research on bonded systems. His work focuses on developing test methods, analysis procedures, and durability studies for adhesive joints under various environmental conditions.
A new experiment using an atom interferometer has confirmed Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity by measuring the gravitational redshift with unprecedented precision. The result shows that gravity changes the flow of time, a concept fundamental to the theory, and demonstrates the accuracy of Einstein's predictions.
SourceUniversity of California - Berkeley·JournalNature·DateFeb 17, 2010
Researchers at University of Toronto have found evidence of quantum mechanics in marine algae's ability to optimize photosynthesis. This discovery suggests that energy from absorbed light resides in a state known as coherence, allowing for efficient flow of energy through the system.
SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalNature·DateFeb 3, 2010
Romesh C. Batra, a Virginia Tech professor of engineering science and mechanics, has been awarded the Virginia Outstanding Faculty Award for his exceptional teaching and research efforts. He is renowned for his work on material failure and has received numerous awards, including the Alexander von Humboldt Award.
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Researchers have discovered a new function of the protein Syndecan-4, which plays an essential role in various diseases like cancer. The discovery sheds light on how proteins' shapes and forms affect cell behavior and mechanics.
SourceCarnegie Mellon University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJan 12, 2010
Physicist Jeff Barrett and colleagues are analyzing old notes by Hugh Everett III to understand how to measure physical objects in quantum mechanics. The effort aims to resolve the quantum measurement problem, a long-standing puzzle in physics.
Physicists at NIST demonstrate the first universal programmable quantum information processor using two qubits, capable of running any program allowed by quantum mechanics. The processor stores binary information in beryllium ions and can perform 160 different processing routines, making it 'universal'.
SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalNature Physics·DateNov 15, 2009
A five-year NIOSH grant will fund a study on the effects of roof falls, bumps, or explosions on underground mine ventilation systems. The project aims to develop a method for remote characterization of ventilation controls using multiple tracer gases.
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Researchers have developed a quantum gas microscope that allows them to observe single atoms at extremely low temperatures, exhibiting bizarre behavior. The device enables the study of novel quantum materials and simulations of condensed matter systems.
Researchers at the University of Arizona have performed experiments that show classical chaos exists in the quantum world, revealing new signatures of chaos and entanglement. The team manipulated individual laser-cooled cesium atoms to mimic a textbook example of chaos, demonstrating dynamic stability and erratic behavior.
SourceUniversity of Arizona·JournalNature·DateOct 7, 2009
Scientists have created a new approach to studying bacterial swimming, using optical traps, microfluidic chambers and fluorescence to track Escherichia coli movement. The method allows researchers to trap bacteria and modify their environment without hindering movement, providing insights into the mechanics of bacterial swimming.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalNature Methods·DateOct 4, 2009
Dr. Dentcho Genov's research, published in Nature Physics, explores the link between metamaterials and celestial mechanics to investigate phenomena like black holes in a controlled laboratory environment.
SourceLouisiana Tech University·JournalNature Physics·DateSep 10, 2009
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The research team will investigate the role of structural components in knee ligament sprains, combining micro-mechanical models, molecular models, and biological and mechanical experiments. The study aims to clarify micro-structural changes associated with partial and complete tears.
Researchers found that individual fibers in a fibrin blood clot align with each other when stretched, causing the clot to stretch and decrease in volume. This unusual property is made possible by protein unfolding, which exposes hydrophobic parts of the molecule and expels water.
SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Medicine·JournalScience·DateAug 6, 2009
A team of physicists from Innsbruck, Austria, have proven that it is not possible to explain quantum phenomena in non-contextual terms. They used techniques designed for building a quantum computer and performed a series of measurements on a pair of laser-cooled calcium ions.
SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature·DateJul 22, 2009
Researchers, including Dr. Dentcho Genov, successfully mimicked celestial mechanics using artificial optic materials to study phenomena around black holes and other celestial objects. The team's work has implications for technology, such as the 'invisibility cloak,' and confirms Louisiana Tech's contribution to vital science discoveries.
SourceLouisiana Tech University·JournalNature Physics·DateJul 22, 2009
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Researchers have developed a new class of metamaterials that mimic celestial mechanics, allowing for the study of gravitational lensing and chaos in a lab setting. This breakthrough enables scientists to study relativity phenomena, such as gravitational lensing, in a controlled environment.
SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalNature Physics·DateJul 20, 2009
Researchers describe an exquisitely efficient process for DNA repair, revealing the key attributes of the 'sloppier copier' enzyme and its crucial role in conserving energy. The study also solves two other mysteries about the mechanics of DNA repair.
SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalNature·DateJul 15, 2009
Frank Fisher, an Assistant Professor at Stevens Institute of Technology, received the 2009 Ferdinand P. Beer and E. Russell Johnston Jr. Outstanding New Educator Award for his commitment to mechanics education. The award recognizes his efforts in developing graduate programs and providing exceptional teaching experiences.
Researchers discuss how physics is changing our understanding of cells, brain function, and the potential role of quantum mechanics in biology. Paul Davies suggests that fundamental quantum processes could be key to understanding life's origins.
SourceIOP Publishing·JournalPhysics World·DateJul 7, 2009
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The network, built by 41 organizations, allows for secure transmission of data beyond classical methods using quantum cryptography. The researchers achieved a record-breaking transmission capacity of up to 8 nodes with links ranging from 20 to 83 kilometers.
SourceIOP Publishing·JournalNew Journal of Physics·DateJul 2, 2009
J. Tinsley Oden will be honored at the SIAM Annual Meeting in July for his tireless service to the applied mathematics community. He is being recognized for numerous contributions, including influential agency reports and his work on adaptive modeling.
SourceSociety for Industrial and Applied Mathematics·DateJun 30, 2009
Researchers have created a tiny micron-sized device that allows them to measure and manipulate cellular forces as cells reorganize into tissues. This discovery has significant implications for the study of tissue mechanics and its role in coordinating cell signaling, gene expression, and behavior.
SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJun 22, 2009
Researchers create tiny NEMS resonator and superconducting qubit to probe quantum behavior in ordinary objects. The experiment enables measurements of discrete energy levels predicted by quantum mechanics.
SourceCalifornia Institute of Technology·JournalNature·DateJun 19, 2009
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Researchers successfully manipulate entangled states of four photons on a silicon chip, achieving precise control over the behavior of individual particles. This breakthrough has important implications for quantum computing and ultra-precise measurements, paving the way for advanced quantum technologies.
SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalNature Photonics·DateJun 8, 2009
A team of researchers at the University of Illinois has demonstrated macroscopic quantum tunneling in ultrathin superconducting nanowires. They observed a process called quantum phase slip, where packs of electrons tunnel together from higher to lower current states. This finding provides evidence that quantum mechanics governs large s...
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalNature Physics·DateMay 27, 2009
Researchers at Scripps Institute have identified a molecular defect involved in hearing loss, which sheds new light on the workings of mechanotransduction. This finding may lead to better understanding of similar processes and defects that cause disease.
SourceScripps Research Institute·JournalNeuron·DateMay 13, 2009
Researchers create Liquid-Gradient Refractive Index (L-GRIN) lenses using water and calcium chloride, enabling precise control over light direction. These fluidic lenses can be fabricated on chips and have potential applications in optical tweezers and medical imaging.
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Scientists at Caltech develop method to detect entanglement shared among multiple parts of an optical system, using the uncertainty principle. They demonstrate detection of entanglement in a W state with only a small number of measurements.
SourceCalifornia Institute of Technology·JournalScience·DateMay 8, 2009
Physicists at UCLA have created the world's smallest incandescent lamp, utilizing a single carbon nanotube filament that is only 100 atoms wide. The tiny lamp can study black-body radiation and its structure was imaged using an electron microscope with atomic resolution.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMay 6, 2009
Researchers have developed high-speed detectors capable of receiving more information at a higher key rate, making quantum cryptography more user-friendly. This breakthrough enables the transmission of theoretically secure communication over long distances.
SourceIOP Publishing·JournalNew Journal of Physics·DateApr 30, 2009
Researchers are investigating whether mathematical similarities between word associations and quantum theory could lead to new models of how humans process words and meaning. The study aims to gain an understanding of the intriguing connections between cognitive science and quantum theory.
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Professor Peretz Friedman is recognized for his work in aeroelasticity, while Raphael Haftka and C.T. Sun are honored for their groundbreaking design work and mentoring in structural mechanics.
SourceAmerican Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics·DateApr 27, 2009
Physicists at University of Bristol and Imperial College London develop new method using 'spooky action' to identify quantum black boxes, overcoming fundamental limitations. This breakthrough has significant implications for future quantum computing and information science.
SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateApr 27, 2009
Raphael Haftka and C.T. Sun will receive the AIAA-ASC James H. Starnes, Jr. Award for their pioneering work on optimization techniques for composite structures and mentoring of students. The award acknowledges their significant contributions to structural mechanics over an extended period.
SourceAmerican Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics·DateMar 23, 2009
Researchers directly observed Hardy's Paradox, a fundamental quantum mechanics conundrum, by using joint weak measurement with entangled photons. The experiment resolves the paradox without inference, revealing a significant step towards harnessing reality of quantum mechanics.
SourceIOP Publishing·JournalNew Journal of Physics·DateMar 4, 2009
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A Tel Aviv University researcher is studying how the uterus contracts before embryo implantation, suggesting optimal timing and positioning can improve IVF success rates. The research aims to reduce the risk of multiple births and genetic diseases in IVF babies.
SourceAmerican Friends of Tel Aviv University·JournalFertility and Sterility·DateMar 2, 2009
Deep-sea drilling reveals extensive rock deformation and concentrated slip zones in shallow regions, contradicting long-held assumptions. The discovery sheds light on the complex mechanics of faulting and tsunamis, highlighting the megasplay fault as a key contributor to largest tsunami-generating plate slips.
Researchers discovered that nanoscale lead atoms on silicon exhibit a fluid-like motion, enabling the formation of uniform-height islands in minutes. The unique behavior suggests that quantum mechanics governs the growth process, allowing for rapid self-assembly and potentially simplifying material properties manipulation.
SourceDOE/Ames National Laboratory·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateFeb 11, 2009
Recent sports technology advancements aim to bridge the gap between able-bodied athletes and para-athletes. Prosthetic innovations like carbon blades have shown significant advantages in sprinting mechanics data, allowing double transtibial amputees to deliver comparable performance levels with lower metabolic costs.
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Physicists Jeff Lundeen and Aephraim Steinberg have resolved Hardy's paradox, a long-standing challenge in quantum mechanics. They used weak measurement to discuss past events without disturbing reality, resolving the apparent contradiction.
SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJan 14, 2009
Researchers have identified trapped water as the cause of regular tremors under Vancouver Island, explaining episodic tremors every 14 months. The study provides a detailed glimpse into the geological mechanics beneath the island, bringing scientists closer to understanding earthquake cycles.
SourceUniversity of British Columbia·JournalNature·DateDec 31, 2008
Researchers at MIT have found an elegant solution to the mystery of gravity fingers, explaining how water forms finger-like paths as it flows through soil. The solution, which involves incorporating surface tension into mathematical models, has wide-ranging implications for science and engineering applications.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateDec 11, 2008
Researchers at Yale University have demonstrated a marriage of nanophotonics and nanomechanics, enabling extreme miniaturization of optics and mechanics on silicon chips. The photon force is strong enough to operate nanoscale machinery, paving the way for ultra-high speed and low power telecommunications.
A joint Sandia/SES award recognized a solar-to-grid system conversion efficiency record of 31.25 percent, surpassing the existing 1984 record of 29.4 percent. The SES Serial #3 solar dish Stirling system achieved this milestone at Sandia's National Solar Thermal Test facility in January 2008.
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Researchers at MIT have developed a new theory to predict where aerodynamic separation will occur, which could impact fuel efficiency and more. The study extends existing knowledge from 1904 by addressing unsteady three-dimensional flows.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalJournal of Fluid Mechanics·DateSep 25, 2008
Researchers successfully controlled an electrical current using the 'spin' within electrons, a step toward building plastic semiconductor switches. However, highly efficient organic LEDs may only convert up to 25 percent of electricity into light, contrary to earlier estimates.
SourceUniversity of Utah·JournalNature Materials·DateAug 17, 2008
Carbon nanotubes' true mechanical properties have been measured by Northwestern University researchers using a novel nanoscale material testing system. The results match quantum mechanics predictions and reveal that irradiation can strengthen the structure by forming bonds between shells of the tube.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateAug 15, 2008
Researchers discovered insects use air bubbles to survive underwater, but find limits to depth and surface area. The study found bugs can dive as deep as 30 meters without bubble rupture.
SourceUniversity of Alberta·JournalJournal of Fluid Mechanics·DateAug 8, 2008
A University of Utah study demonstrates fundamental new property – chaotic behavior in a quantum system – in frozen xenon nuclei, challenging conventional understanding. The findings provide new insights into the relationship between chaos theory and quantum mechanics.
SourceUniversity of Utah·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateAug 6, 2008
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A new study has shed light on the inner mechanics of the thymus, revealing its role in negative selection, which prevents immune cells from attacking the body's own tissues. Researchers genetically engineered mice to contain an antigen only in the cortex, finding that T cells programmed to attack it were absent from mature mice.
At near-absolute zero temperatures, quantum mechanics reveals fascinating phenomena such as Bose-Einstein condensates and entanglement. Researchers discuss recent advances in atomic and optical physics, precision timekeeping with ultra-cold atoms, and the potential for monitoring global climate change.
Researchers from Princeton University have discovered that electrons in bismuth display a highly unusual pattern of behavior under a powerful magnetic field at ultra-low temperatures. This phenomenon, known as a collective state, is a manifestation of quantum mechanics and could lead to new paradigms in computing and electronics.
Researchers found that under certain conditions, a molecule can jump forward instead of backward when collided with another atom. This 'tug-of-war' behavior is crucial for understanding chemical reactions and their mechanics.
SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalNature·DateJul 2, 2008
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A team of researchers led by University of Notre Dame physicist Bolizsár Jankó presents an overview of research into quantum jumps and fluorescence intermittency. The phenomenon, known as 'blinking,' reveals unexpected deviations from Bohr's predictions in various systems.
SourceUniversity of Notre Dame·JournalNature Physics·DateJul 1, 2008