Researchers at NIST measured the transfer of motion through a microelectromechanical system at nanometer and microradian scales. The study found that play in the joint between links was crucial for the motion's precision, making these systems more reliable. However, adding electrical noise or atmospheric humidity degraded performance.
SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalMicrosystems & Nanoengineering·DateSep 12, 2016
Researchers at Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology developed a novel ceramic-based laser, twice as effective as other solid-state lasers. The laser is used in surgical operations and has a wavelength that does not damage underlying tissue, making it ideal for medical purposes.
SourceMoscow Institute of Physics and Technology·JournalOptics Letters·DateJul 20, 2016
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A new concept in space telescope design proposes a modular structure and an assembly robot to build extremely large telescopes in space. The robotic system would enable tasks to be performed without astronaut fatigue.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·DateJul 12, 2016
The second quantum revolution harnesses entanglement to enable new applications like quantum communications, metrology and computing. Quantum processors will advance simulations and universal calculations, transforming science and economics.
Physicists from Russia and France have devised a method to create a quantum entangled state, enabling precise measurement of large distances. This technique could improve the accuracy of optical interferometers used in gravitational wave detection.
SourceMoscow Institute of Physics and Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 23, 2016
Optical atomic clocks have shown improved accuracy and stability compared to traditional microwave clocks, making them suitable for global timekeeping. By combining optical clocks with masers, researchers achieved a time error of less than 0.20 nanoseconds over 25 days.
Researchers have created a new machine-learning algorithm that reduces timing uncertainties in changing events by up to 300 times, allowing for more accurate dating and analysis of past events. The tool has applications in various fields, including geology, metrology, chemistry, biology, and astronomy.
SourceUniversity of Wisconsin - Milwaukee·JournalNature·DateApr 27, 2016
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Researchers have developed a new method to detect entanglement in many-particle systems, overcoming the challenge of scaling exponentially with system size. This breakthrough allows for the quantification of entanglement in macroscopic objects and has applications in quantum metrology, simulations, and solid-state physics.
SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature Physics·DateMar 21, 2016
The James Webb Space Telescope is being assembled over the next two years, with recent installations of primary mirror segments and upcoming tests at NASA Goddard and Johnson Space Center. The telescope will undergo end-to-end optical testing in a simulated cryo-temperature environment before final assembly and launch preparation.
Researchers at University of Nottingham have developed a novel snow cleaning method for CMM styli, effective in removing tiny debris particles and organic residue, minimizing measurement errors.
The research team successfully cooled electrons to 3.7 millikelvin in a nanoelectronic device, breaking the previous record of 4 millikelvin. This breakthrough enables the development of new quantum technologies, including quantum computers and sensors, which require extremely low temperatures.
SourceVTT Technical Research Centre of Finland·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 27, 2016
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Scientists at PTB have successfully measured the anomalous velocity in a GaAs semiconductor with sub-picosecond time resolution, providing new insights into its microscopic origins and potential applications. The study enables the distinction between intrinsic and extrinsic contributions to the anomaly.
SourcePhysikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB)·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateDec 16, 2015
Scientists have developed a method to detect the shape of light waves with unprecedented precision by studying the behavior of 'quasiparticles' - ripples in the electric field that emerge when light meets solid surfaces. This breakthrough has significant implications for applications in metrology, chemical sensing, and adaptive optics.
Researchers discovered that the Dengue virus NS1 protein binds to the host enzyme Glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate dehydrogenase (GAPDH), increasing its glycolytic activity to support viral replication. This finding suggests that GAPDH is a crucial target for developing new treatments against dengue.
SourcePublicase International·JournalJournal of Virology·DateOct 5, 2015
Researchers at the University of Rochester developed a nanoscale photodetector that can detect optical plasmons, generating current with light. The device expands on previous work demonstrating light transmission through silver nanowires, paving the way for miniaturized photonic circuits.
A team of scientists is using an optical interferometer to monitor the growth of stem cells on tiny polymer spheres, enabling large-scale production and quality control. The device takes images as the tank is stirred, allowing researchers to track cell confluence and morphology.
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The determination of fundamental constants is becoming increasingly accurate, according to a review paper published this week. This will aid in the redefinition of standard scientific units, including the kilogram and the Kelvin, by 2018.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalJournal of Physical and Chemical Reference Data·DateJul 14, 2015
Researchers developed the smallest and most accurate thermometer that can detect tiny fluctuations in microscopic regions, enabling applications in various fields. The study provides a full characterization of temperature estimators with maximum accuracy, shedding light on their margin of error.
SourceUniversity of Nottingham·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJun 5, 2015
Researchers have created a nanothermometer capable of measuring temperature fluctuations in cells, achieving unprecedented precision. By combining thermodynamic tools with quantum metrology, they established the smallest possible fluctuation in temperature that can be measured.
SourceUniversitat Autonoma de Barcelona·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJun 5, 2015
Scientists have developed a new protocol to estimate unknown optical processes with enhanced precision using entangled photons, promising better sensors for medical research and more powerful quantum computers. The technique uses the unique properties of quantum mechanics to surpass current limitations in sensing and measurement.
SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalOptica·DateJun 1, 2015
Researchers have developed an innovative cooling scheme for massive mechanical resonators, overcoming the limitation of quantum backaction. By utilizing destructive quantum interference in a cavity optomechanical system, they achieve ground state cooling beyond three orders of magnitude.
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The Anthropocene epoch is characterized by human impact on the environment, including climate disruption, overpopulation, and pollution. The authors present evidence of a new geological era where human activities determine the planet's behavior.
SourceDe Gruyter·JournalChemistry-Didactics-Ecology-Metrology·DateMar 17, 2015
A team of physicists has successfully cooled highly-charged ions to sub-Kelvin temperatures, forming a Coulomb crystal that opens up new fields in laser spectroscopy. This breakthrough enables precision tests of quantum electrodynamics, measurement of nuclear properties, and laboratory astrophysics.
SourcePhysikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB)·JournalScience·DateMar 12, 2015
Researchers at Ghent University have developed mid-infrared frequency combs, which enable high-resolution spectroscopy for detecting gases. The combs' broad spectrum allows for fast and accurate analysis of molecular fingerprints, making them suitable for environmental monitoring and medical diagnostics.
SourceGhent University·JournalNature Communications·DateMar 10, 2015
Researchers at the University of Huddersfield have developed a new metrology system to detect tiny defects in thin films, crucial for printed electronics and solar panels. The NanoMend project aims to reduce cost and increase reliability of flexible PV cells, paving the way for wider adoption of renewable energy.
SourceUniversity of Huddersfield·JournalInternational Journal of Energy Optimization and Engineering·DateFeb 24, 2015
INRS has received significant funding to develop new fibre laser systems, electrocatalysts for CO2 reduction, and terahertz technologies. These collaborations aim to enhance broadband communication and energy efficiency, while addressing greenhouse gas conversion and chemical detection needs.
SourceInstitut national de la recherche scientifique - INRS·DateFeb 19, 2015
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Researchers at NIST are developing measurement tools for channels that could offer more than 1,000 times the bandwidth of today's cell phone systems. The tools will enable the development of innovative millimeter-wave wireless technologies and support the expected increases in demand for wireless capacity.
SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalIEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory and Techniques·DateFeb 19, 2015
A new frequency comb has been developed that can operate at higher powers and cover the 3-12 micron spectral range. This breakthrough is achieved through a quantum cascade laser-based solution, offering improved performance and potential applications in metrology, spectroscopy, and frequency synthesis.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalApplied Physics Letters·DateFeb 16, 2015
Researchers at University of Strathclyde and Waterloo discovered a method to quantify steering's impact on distinguishing physical processes, enhancing quantum information processing. The study has implications for quantum cryptography and metrology.
SourceUniversity of Strathclyde·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateFeb 13, 2015
Researchers developed two cryogenically cooled optical lattice clocks that can synchronize to a one part in 2.0 x 10^-18, nearly 1,000 times more precise than current international timekeeping standard. This precision could enable clock-based geodesy and measure the strength of gravitational potential at different locations.
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Researchers from the University of Southampton have developed a new technique for generating more powerful and efficient pulsed lasers. The technique uses coherent combination of multiple semiconductor lasers, allowing for complex pulse waveforms with user flexibility.
SourceUniversity of Southampton·JournalOptica·DateJan 21, 2015
Researchers have developed a highly accurate airborne hygrometer, HAI, which simultaneously measures the amount of water present in the atmosphere as vapour, condensation, droplets, or ice. The device provides precise data on natural and anthropogenic cloud formation processes and their influence on climate development.
SourcePhysikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB)·DateDec 2, 2014
The UK has unveiled a £120 million national network of Quantum Technology Hubs, exploring the properties of quantum mechanics and harnessing them for technology. The hubs will deliver transformative impacts in key areas such as quantum metrology and sensors; quantum simulators; quantum computers and quantum secure communications.
SourceEngineering and Physical Sciences Research Council·DateDec 1, 2014
Researchers at PTB compared caesium and ytterbium atomic clocks, finding no detectable change in the mass ratio of protons to electrons up to a relative uncertainty of one part in ten million per year. This suggests fundamental constants remain stable over long periods.
SourcePhysikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB)·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateNov 18, 2014
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Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.
The UK's National Physical Laboratory and the University of Manchester are collaborating to speed up the application of graphene, accelerating its commercialization through accurate metrology and characterisation. This partnership aims to establish a Joint Centre of Excellence and make the UK a leading authority on graphene standards.
Scientists at Berkeley Lab have developed a unique microring laser cavity that can produce single-mode lasing even from conventional multi-mode laser cavities. This breakthrough holds implications for optical metrology, interferometry, data storage, spectroscopy, and communications.
SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalScience·DateOct 30, 2014
Researchers develop new single-photon detection strategies with high accuracy enhancements, enabling precise timing resolution and fast reset times. New technologies improve space missions and quantum optics, advancing the field of single-photon devices.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalOptical Engineering·DateSep 25, 2014
Researchers from Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science used diffusion tensor imaging to analyze the optic radiation in 13 healthy volunteers. The study found that the optic radiation fiber tract volume was approximately 0.16% and fractional anisotropy value was about 0.53, enabling accurate detection of probability pathways.
SourceNeural Regeneration Research·JournalNeural Regeneration Research·DateAug 4, 2014
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Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.
Researchers from NIST and Caltech have created an atomic clock using a microcomb, enabling precise frequency control and conversion to microwave frequencies. The new design has the potential to be integrated into portable tools for calibrating telecommunications systems and improving radar navigation and scientific instruments.
SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalOptica·DateJul 22, 2014
Researchers developed a filtering device for ultra-cold neutral atoms based on tunnelling, enabling efficient and robust transport. The technique can be applied to various high-precision applications like quantum metrology and quantum simulation.
SourceSpringer·JournalThe European Physical Journal D·DateJul 7, 2014
New data show that biosimilar CT-P13 achieves statistically similar improvements in disease activity, disability, and mobility in patients with Ankylosing Spondylitis compared to its original reference product infliximab. The results demonstrate comparable efficacy and safety for CT-P13 as an alternative treatment option.
SourceEuropean Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR)·DateJun 11, 2014
A new laser sensing technology developed by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, can remotely sense objects across distances up to 30 feet, 10 times farther than current systems. This breakthrough technology has potential applications in self-driving cars, smartphones and interactive video games.
The Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft is establishing 13 new Research Training Groups to support early career researchers, including projects on quantum many-body methods and metrology for complex nanosystems. The groups will receive four and a half years of funding, bringing the total number of RTGs funded by DFG to 208.
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Researchers used diffusion tensor imaging to measure the volume of optic radiation fiber tracts in 13 healthy volunteers. The study found that the measured optic radiation fiber tract volume was approximately 0.16% and fractional anisotropy value was around 0.53.
SourceNeural Regeneration Research·JournalNeural Regeneration Research·DateApr 25, 2014
Professor Paul Scott has been awarded an EPSRC Fellowship in Manufacturing with a £900,000 funding award. He will investigate ways of ensuring greater geometrical accuracy during manufacturing using computational geometry and develop new algorithms.
Physicists at the University of Warsaw and Hanover demonstrate that experimentally available squeezed states are optimal for improving the precision of measurements in gravitational wave detectors. This breakthrough improves sensitivity by up to 30%, allowing for more accurate detection of subtle spacetime vibrations.
SourceUniversity of Warsaw, Faculty of Physics·JournalPhysical Review A·DateNov 13, 2013
A new international collaboration aims to advance commercial opportunities in next-generation electronic devices by developing more accurate measurements of strain at the nano-scale. The Nanostrain project seeks to drive innovation in areas such as microelectronics, ICT, and sensors industries.
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Researchers at Joint Quantum Institute report direct observation of topological effects for light in two dimensions, creating ultrastable quantum 'playgrounds.' Photonic edge states exhibit persistent flow and near immunity against defects, similar to quantum Hall effect for electrons.
SourceJoint Quantum Institute·JournalNature Photonics·DateOct 20, 2013
Researchers have developed a new production method for graphene that uses aromatic molecules, enabling the creation of flexible graphene structures with specific functionality. The method allows for the manufacture of quantum dots, nanoribbons, and other nano-geometries with unique properties.
SourcePhysikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB)·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateOct 2, 2013
The EASE-R3 project aims to increase the longevity of CNC machine tools by developing new and cost-effective systems for repair, renovation, and re-use. The University of Huddersfield team will lead the design and prototype production of a compact module incorporating laser technology to ensure accuracy during renovation.
The €3.9M HARCO project, backed by the European Commission, has successfully developed equipment to reduce vibration levels on machine tools, improving product accuracy and reducing costs.
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Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.
Researchers at the University of Strathclyde and Imperial College London have developed a portable device for producing ultracold atoms for quantum technology. The device uses micro-fabricated diffraction gratings to cool and trap large numbers of atoms, enabling accurate measurements in various fields.
SourceUniversity of Strathclyde·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateMay 9, 2013
Researchers at the University of Bristol successfully implemented a full quantum circuit to calculate unknown eigenvalues using a quantum algorithm without prior knowledge. This achievement marks an important step towards practical quantum computing, enabling applications in quantum simulations and metrology.
SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalNature Photonics·DateFeb 24, 2013
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has developed a novel chip-scale instrument using carbon nanotubes to measure laser power with high accuracy. The mini-radiometer achieves this by absorbing light over a broad range of wavelengths and converting it to heat, allowing for precise measurements.
SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalOptics Letters·DateJan 25, 2013
The new Advanced Metrology Laboratory at NPL will house an estimated 20 laboratories for 40 scientists, focusing on high-precision metrology. This facility will enable cutting-edge research in key nano and quantum metrology programmes, driving growth in the UK's technological development and application.
By using high-powered X-ray laser, researchers stripped a record 36 electrons from a xenon atom, achieving a previously unachievable positively charged state. This breakthrough will help create new states of matter and produce higher-quality images of nano-world objects.
SourceKansas State University·JournalNature Photonics·DateNov 15, 2012
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Researchers developed a new diagnostic tool using atomic force microscope based infrared spectroscopy to characterize polymer nanostructures and identify integrated materials. The technique allows for chemical analysis of polymer lines as small as 100 nm, enabling critically needed metrology for nano-manufacturing.
SourceUniversity of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering·JournalACS Nano·DateOct 10, 2012
A new mini-sensor, Chip-scale Atomic Magnetometer (CSAM), has successfully measured the magnetic field of the human brain. The sensor's room temperature operation capability makes it more versatile than conventional cryoelectronics, which are limited to low temperatures.
SourcePhysikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB)·JournalBiomedical Optics Express·DateMay 29, 2012
Researchers at INRS developed a new laser with unparalleled stability and precision, enabling new experiments and research opportunities. The laser's unique design allows for improved control of light sources, increasing stability and resistance to external disruptions.
SourceInstitut national de la recherche scientifique - INRS·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 26, 2012
The University of Colorado has developed a novel technique for 3D super-resolution imaging with the help of Boulder-based Double Helix LLC. This technology combines 3D optics and signal processing to provide multifunctional imaging capability, applicable to various scientific, industrial, and consumer applications.