A research team from Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics discovered the critical surface/interface behaviors governing ESDs' operation and failure. They visualized atmosphere-dependent relaxation and failure processes using in situ Raman, X-Ray diffraction (XRD) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS).
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateNov 29, 2021
Recent study uses advanced spectroscopy techniques to observe water molecules in superconcentrated salt solutions and identifies heterogeneity in solvation structure. This finding explains the unexpected fast lithium-ion transport in highly viscous electrolytes.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalACS Energy Letters·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateNov 29, 2021
Researchers from SMART and TLL have developed a rapid Raman spectroscopy-based method to detect and quantify early bacterial infection in crops. This method enables non-invasive early diagnosis, which is crucial for plant disease management and agricultural productivity.
SourceSingapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART)·JournalFrontiers in Plant Science·DateNov 18, 2021
Researchers at TRIUMF's IRIS group have discovered an unexpected deformation in the nucleus of helium-8, which challenges current understanding of nuclear shell dynamics. The study provides a unique energy fingerprint of the reaction products, revealing a significant deformation in the arrangement of outer neutrons.
SourceTRIUMF·JournalPhysics Letters B·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 17, 2021
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A new study from the University of Illinois explores the use of near-infrared spectroscopy to measure moisture content in real-time during the drying process of coated and uncoated apple chips. The technology offers several advantages, including speed, accuracy, and sustainability, over traditional methods.
SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·JournalLWT·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 10, 2021
A team of researchers at Shinshu University has successfully observed proton transfer between the titania surface and a dye molecule during UV light irradiation. The study used time-resolved fluorescence spectroscopy to measure the formation of basic hydroxyl groups on the titania surface, which accepts protons from the dye.
SourceShinshu University·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry C·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 5, 2021
A lung model mimicking complex anatomy has enabled the assessment of respiratory volumes using a gas-in-scattering-media absorption spectroscopy (GASMAS) technique. The study demonstrates the feasibility of GASMAS to sense changes in gas volume in a controlled environment, paving the way for potential clinical applications.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalJournal of Biomedical Optics·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 1, 2021
A team of researchers identified the ultrafast carrier dynamics in monolayer MoS2/ReSe2 heterostructures, revealing relaxation pathways and intermediate processes. The study provides comprehensive insight into photocarrier dynamics across charge separation, enabling the development of optoelectronic devices.
SourceHefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences·JournalACS Nano·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 1, 2021
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A team of scientists developed a photon-counting distributed free-space spectroscopy (PDFS) to analyze atmospheric gas composition. The method provides range-resolved spectra of CO2 and HDO over 6 km, offering insights into chemical processes in the atmosphere.
SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournalLight Science & Applications·DateOct 21, 2021
Researchers used machine learning to analyze core-loss spectroscopy data, revealing connections between spectral data and material properties. The study successfully predicted intensive and extensive material properties, enabling high-throughput development of new materials.
SourceInstitute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo·JournalAdvanced Intelligent Systems·DateOct 15, 2021
Researchers developed a new technique using Raman spectroscopy to determine the effects and effectiveness of immunotherapy treatment on colon cancer tumors. The study showed that the technique can detect early biochemical changes in tumors, differentiating between responders and non-responders.
SourceUniversity of Arkansas·JournalCancer Research·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 14, 2021
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have developed a non-invasive optical probe to understand the complex changes in tumors after immunotherapy. Using Raman spectroscopy and machine learning, they identified key features that indicate how tumors respond to treatment, showing promising results for predicting patient response.
SourceJohns Hopkins University·JournalCancer Research·DateOct 13, 2021
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Researchers at City College of New York have combined topological photons with lattice vibrations to manipulate their propagation in a controlled manner. The study has broad implications for advancing Raman spectroscopy and studying chemical substances through vibrational spectroscopy.
SourceCity College of New York·JournalScience·TypeMeta-analysis·DateOct 8, 2021
Researchers develop new theory for attosecond transient absorption spectroscopy of polyatomic molecules, revealing electron-nuclear dynamics. The technique provides sufficient resolution to study decoherence of electron motion caused by nuclear rearrangement.
SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 29, 2021
Kazan Federal University researchers designed a unique dielectric cell to study gas hydrate formation and decomposition under pressure. The device's effectiveness was demonstrated, allowing for further investigation of hydrate inhibitors.
SourceKazan Federal University·JournalMolecules·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 14, 2021
Scientists from KIT have investigated the behavior of iridium oxide catalysts under dynamic conditions using X-ray absorption spectroscopy. The study reveals highly unexpected structural modifications connected to a stabilization of the catalyst at high voltages, contributing to more efficient and sustainable green hydrogen production.
SourceKarlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT)·JournalACS Catalysis·DateAug 24, 2021
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Researchers discovered false optical activity in Raman spectroscopic analysis of vitamin B12 and its derivatives, leading to misinterpretations of data. The phenomenon was attributed to circular dichroism and can be computationally modeled or adapted to measurement methods.
SourceWiley·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 23, 2021
Researchers developed a new method to map supramolecular chirality in insect wings using microscopic vibrational circular dichroism (VCD). The technique revealed segregated microdomains of proteins with different secondary structures, unattainable by conventional FT-IR spectroscopy.
SourceEhime University·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters·DateAug 19, 2021
Physicists at the University of Tokyo have created a new spectroscopic method, Rabi-oscillation spectroscopy, to study exotic atoms and improve our understanding of the material universe. This technique allows for faster observation and greater precision than conventional methods.
SourceUniversity of Tokyo·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 9, 2021
Researchers at ETH Zurich and partners have demonstrated a method to send precise reference frequencies via conventional telecommunications infrastructure, enabling chemical spectroscopy analyses that are 100 times more accurate than before. The approach uses the L band frequency, which is less congested by data traffic, allowing for h...
SourceETH Zurich·JournalOptics Express·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 29, 2021
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The study found that cancer cells become less stiff after exposure to chemotherapy drugs, but the rate of stiffness change decreases under hypoxic conditions. Alteration in cytoskeletal structure influences overall cell functions, including signaling, communication, adhesion, transport, and tumor metastasis.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalOncotarget·DateJul 19, 2021
Researchers identified the distribution of resin fractions using liquid-adsorption chromatography and MALDI spectroscopy. The results showed a decrease in molecular weight after catalytic treatment with a hydrogen donor.
SourceKazan Federal University·JournalCatalysts·DateJul 13, 2021
Researchers at UMaine used imaging spectroscopy to predict water stress in wild blueberry barrens, estimating chlorophyll levels and validating results with ground samples. The technology helps inform growers on irrigation routines and manage water resources sustainably.
SourceUniversity of Maine·JournalRemote Sensing·DateJul 1, 2021
The team uses a technique called Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) with an originally designed 3D-printed attenuated total reflectance (ATR) unit to identify the orientation of molecules and chemical bonds in crystalline organic-inorganic hybrid thin films
Researchers achieved giant nonlinearity of UV hybrid light-matter states up to room temperature in a wide bandgap semiconductor material. This breakthrough enables the development of new on-chip ultrafast spectroscopy devices with unprecedented sensitivity.
SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 9, 2021
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A metamaterial absorber enhances infrared spectroscopic detection signals 100-fold, allowing for more distinct results with small traces of substances. The proposed technique offers low-cost manufacturing and vast applications in detecting biomolecules, harmful substances, and gases.
SourceNational Research Council of Science & Technology·JournalSmall Methods·DateMay 31, 2021
Researchers at Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology used the Zhores supercomputer to develop a new method for generating gamma-ray combs, which are essential for nuclear spectroscopy and medicine. The method uses polarization-gated pulses to reduce ponderomotive spectral broadening, allowing for high-brightness gamma-ray sources.
SourceSkolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech)·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMay 31, 2021
Researchers have developed crystalline supermirrors with ultra-low optical absorption losses, opening up new applications in respiratory gas analysis, greenhouse gas detection, and molecular spectroscopy. These mirrors absorb less than 10 out of a million photons, significantly improving sensitivity for detecting trace gases.
Researchers developed functional interferometric diffusing wave spectroscopy (fiDWS) to measure brain blood flow and activation noninvasively. The technology uses near-infrared light and has been shown to be faster and more accurate than existing methods, with applications in diagnosing strokes and monitoring brain injuries.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis·JournalScience Advances·DateMay 12, 2021
Researchers develop a new technique to investigate surface structures of semiconductors at the atomic scale. The technique, called atomic point contact Raman spectroscopy, reveals enhanced Raman scattering from silicon surfaces when a plasmonic silver tip is brought into contact with the surface.
SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalNano Letters·DateMay 7, 2021
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Scientists at Texas A&M developed a cellphone extension that detects chemicals, drugs, and biological molecules using fluorescence and Raman spectroscopy. The system's sensitivity is comparable to industrial Raman spectrometers but can be improved with HDR applications.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalReview of Scientific Instruments·DateMay 4, 2021
Researchers at HKUST create a novel optical tweezers-coupled Raman spectroscopy platform to analyze proteins in low concentrations, particularly IDPs. The study successfully characterizes the structural features of alpha-synuclein, an IDP linked to Parkinson's disease, at physiological concentration.
SourceHong Kong University of Science and Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 28, 2021
Researchers at the University of Copenhagen have discovered a new method for plant breeding that considers the internal 'calculator' of plant seeds, allowing for more efficient crop improvement. The approach uses NIRS to analyze the chemical composition of grains and identify optimal genetic traits.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalTrends in Plant Science·DateApr 27, 2021
Researchers at the University of Central Florida have developed a new method to analyze tire skid marks and identify vehicles involved in crimes. By classifying the chemical profile of tires, forensic scientists can link vehicles to potential crime scenes, providing valuable evidence for investigations.
SourceUniversity of Central Florida·JournalApplied Spectroscopy·DateApr 26, 2021
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Prof. Dr. Piet O. Schmidt receives EU funding to explore fundamental questions of modern physics, aiming to improve limits for new forces and changes in natural constants. His team plans to develop novel measurement methods using highly charged ions.
SourcePhysikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB)·DateApr 22, 2021
Researchers successfully employ hard X-ray transient grating spectroscopy to study phonon response and material properties at the nanoscale. The technique, which uses subnanometer wavelength pulses, reveals insights into bulk and nanostructured materials.
SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature Photonics·DateApr 22, 2021
Researchers have found that standard definition infrared spectroscopy can be sufficient for accurate diagnosis in urgent situations, challenging the notion that high-definition imaging is always superior. The study provides guidelines for choosing the optimal technology and instrument configuration for clinical work.
SourceBeckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology·JournalClinical Spectroscopy·DateApr 8, 2021
A UTA civil engineering professor is leading a $2.8 million project to analyze the condition and remaining service life of over 3,500 lane miles through TxDOT. The team will use AI, finite element modeling, and advanced spectroscopy tools to predict pavement lifespan.
A team of scientists from GIST developed an AI-based strategy combining diffuse reflectance spectroscopy with deep learning to detect spoiled meat. The technique accurately classifies beef samples in seconds, offering a fast, affordable, and non-invasive solution for checking freshness.
SourceGIST (Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology)·JournalFood Chemistry·DateApr 1, 2021
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A team led by Professor Malte Drescher successfully observed the membrane binding of α-synuclein in living cells using a new measurement method. The study provides direct evidence that α-synuclein interacts with intracellular membranes, which may play a role in Parkinson's disease development.
SourceUniversity of Konstanz·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters·DateMar 10, 2021
Researchers developed a multidimensional vibrational circular dichroism system using a quantum cascade laser to analyze peptides containing D-amino acid residues. The instrument achieves high intensity and narrow focusing, allowing for the detection of chiral components in proteins.
SourceEhime University·JournalAnalytical Chemistry·DateMar 2, 2021
Researchers have developed a new measurement standard for graphene analysis, allowing for fast and non-destructive quality control. The technique enables the creation of high-quality graphene products with consistent performance, accelerating large-scale production and industrialization.
SourceGraphene Flagship·Journal2D Materials·DateFeb 23, 2021
A cross-disciplinary study combines canine olfaction with other detection methods to improve prostate cancer diagnosis. Dogs showed 71% sensitivity in detecting aggressive prostate cancer from urine samples, and an artificial neural network replicated their performance using spectroscopy data analysis.
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Emerging technologies like plant nanosensors and Raman spectroscopy provide rapid, non-destructive insights into plant health and hormonal signalling. These species-independent tools bridge the gap between lab and field applications, offering new opportunities for plant science research.
SourceSingapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART)·JournalNature Plants·DateFeb 10, 2021
Researchers from University of Jyväskylä studied nuclear charge radii of exotic potassium isotopes using collinear resonance ionization spectroscopy. The results showed that the potassium isotope with a neutron number of 32 does not conform to magic neutron number criteria, challenging current understanding of nuclear forces.
SourceUniversity of Jyväskylä - Jyväskylän yliopisto·JournalNature Physics·DateFeb 4, 2021
Researchers from the University of the Basque Country have developed a novel non-destructive analytical strategy to characterize Martian samples. The proposed method utilizes Raman spectroscopy to identify molecular compositions and geochemical properties of unknown samples.
SourceUniversity of the Basque Country·JournalTalanta·DateFeb 3, 2021
Plasma-grating-induced breakdown spectroscopy (GIBS) overcomes the drawbacks of traditional LIBS techniques, achieving a signal intensity enhancement of more than three times. This technique utilizes a plasma grating to improve measurement stability and sensitivity.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics·DateJan 28, 2021
Researchers have developed a VUV laser system with a focal spot of <1 μm, enabling high-energy resolution (~0.3 meV) and sub-micron spatial resolution for angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy (ARPES). This improvement allows for better visualization of electronic structures in novel quantum materials.
SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·DateJan 27, 2021
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Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.
Researchers used terahertz time-domain spectroscopy to evaluate beta-gallium oxide semiconductor material properties. The technique revealed significant findings on the fundamental properties of the material at THz frequencies, providing valuable information for future power device development.
SourceOsaka University·JournalApplied Physics Letters·DateJan 25, 2021
Scientists at Max Born Institute create new method for generating narrowband XUV laser pulses by employing four-wave mixing scheme. This enables applications in electron spectroscopy, resonant transitions, and coherent diffractive imaging.
SourceMax Born Institute for Nonlinear Optics and Short Pulse Spectroscopy (MBI)·JournalNature Photonics·DateJan 25, 2021
A University of Wyoming research team has resolved the controversy over the energy gap of chromium tribromide, a van der Waals material, revealing an energy gap value of around 0.3 electron volts. The study uses scanning tunneling microscopy and spectroscopy to measure atomic resolution images and electronic properties.
SourceUniversity of Wyoming·JournalPhysical Chemistry Chemical Physics·DateJan 15, 2021
Researchers demonstrate that Raman spectroscopy can distinguish between healthy tissue, OSCC, and non-cancerous lesions with high accuracy. The technique could enable non-invasive cancer screening in the dentist's chair, reducing diagnostic delays and invasive procedures.
SourceOptica·JournalBiomedical Optics Express·DateJan 13, 2021
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Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.
A new experiment provides insights into transient atomic states, enabling better understanding of photocatalysis, elementary steps in photosynthesis and radiation damage. The study uses high-resolution electron spectroscopy to capture a snapshot of the short-lived state produced when X-rays interact with neon atoms.
SourceEuropean XFEL·JournalPhysical Review X·DateDec 22, 2020
Researchers from Princeton University's Scholes Group discovered quantum vibrations play a crucial role in ultrafast electron transfer reactions. The study uses ultrafast laser spectroscopy to show that vibrations provide channels for the reaction to occur, and an extra vibrational wavepacket appears in the product state.
SourcePrinceton University·JournalNature Chemistry·DateDec 10, 2020
Researchers at Tokyo University of Science developed a strategy to identify criminals from a single strand of hair, leveraging the composition of hair dye products. They employed surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) and X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis to distinguish between different dyes applied to individual strands of hog hair.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalAnalytical Sciences·DateDec 9, 2020
Scientists at the University of Tsukuba investigated perovskite solar cell deterioration using electron spin resonance spectroscopy. They discovered that changes in spin states are linked to changes in hole transport and interfacial electric dipole layer formation, suggesting potential ways to prevent degradation.
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalCommunications Materials·DateDec 9, 2020
Researchers from SMART and TLL discovered a way to detect shade avoidance syndrome (SAS) in plants within hours using Raman spectroscopy, enabling farmers to intervene timely and improve crop yield. The method can be widely applied across various plant species and crops.
SourceSingapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART)·JournalPlant Methods·DateNov 25, 2020
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The study found that molecular conformation affects charge carrier mobility and broadband emission in 2D organic-inorganic hybrid perovskites. The researchers discovered a strong correlation between the gauche defect, local chain distortion of organic cations and in-plane mobility reduction.
SourceUniversity of Science and Technology of China·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 23, 2020
Scientists have successfully demonstrated the interaction between infrared light and molecular vibrations, leading to the formation of hybrid polaritons. The study's findings could pave the way for ultrasensitive spectroscopy devices and a deeper understanding of strong vibrational coupling on the nanoscale.
SourceElhuyar Fundazioa·JournalNature Photonics·DateNov 23, 2020
A team of researchers from The University of Tokyo used electron spectroscopy and computer simulations to study the internal atomic structure of aluminosilicate glass. They found intricate structures that have not yet been analyzed by scientists, including complex coordination networks among aluminum atoms within phase-separated regions.
SourceInstitute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters·DateNov 16, 2020