A team of physicists has calculated the tiny neutron-proton mass difference using a powerful supercomputer, verifying the theory of the strong interaction. The finding confirms that neutrons are slightly more massive than protons, with a 0.14% difference, and opens up new possibilities for simulations of quarks and nuclear particles.
Scientists have created the first germanium-tin semiconductor laser for silicon chips, enabling faster data transfer and reducing energy consumption. The new material can be applied directly onto a silicon chip, paving the way for high-speed data transmission.
Researchers at Forschungszentrum Jülich develop a new method to examine light trapping in solar cells using near-field optical microscopy. They discover that the nature of nanostructures directly affects absorption rates and solar cell efficiency.
Scientists from Forschungszentrum Jülich and the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic used computer simulations to gain deeper insights into scanning tunneling microscopy. The results show excellent agreement between experimental results and simulations, enabling the analysis of images with unprecedented accuracy.
Scientists in Jülich have discovered a combination of materials that strengthens Friedel oscillations and bundles them in different directions, creating 'giant anisotropic charge density oscillations'. These oscillations can be used to enhance nanoelectronic components and filter magnetic information.
Scientists at Forschungszentrum Juelich re-measured the van der Waals force for single molecules, revealing a superlinear increase with growing molecular size. The study highlights the importance of van der Waals forces in biomolecules and adhesives, such as geckos' ability to climb smooth walls.
Jülich researchers create a word using 47 molecules by manipulating them with a novel control system. The technique allows for the first time to remove large organic molecules from associated structures and place them elsewhere in a controlled manner.
The study reveals that biopolymer filaments undergo a transition from entangled spaghetti-like structures to aligned bow-shaped filaments when in flow, leading to dramatic shear-thinning behavior. This finding may aid the search for renewable alternatives and provide insights into biological processes such as cytoplasmic flow.
Physicists confirm existence of exotic dibaryon made up of six quarks, a complex particle that could open door to new physical phenomena. The discovery was made using the WASA-at-COSY collaboration and has been published in Physical Review Letters.
Researchers developed a low-friction two-component lubricant inspired by biological lubrication, achieving a 90% reduction in friction compared to traditional polymer brushes. The new process has potential applications in piston systems, axle bearings, and hinges.
A research group from Jülich has found that nitrous acid (HONO) is not a net source of hydroxyl radicals, which are central to the air's self-cleaning capacity. The discovery was made using air measurements recorded by a Zeppelin NT during the EU PEGASOS project.
Scientists have found that plant emissions can oxidize to form organic aerosols, which can affect cloud formation and sunlight scattering. The discovery bridges a major gap in knowledge on atmospheric chemistry and has implications for predicting future climate development.
Researchers have discovered a physical phenomenon that could prove suitable for use in further data aggregation, allowing information to be stored in the tiniest of spaces. The discovery was made using advanced electron microscopes and computer simulations, and involves ferroelectric polar properties within antiferroelectric materials.
The installation of Blue Gene Active Storage at JSC enables scientists to exploit the performance of the supercomputer, facilitating interactive access to large amounts of data. The system's non-volatile memory technology features high bandwidth and very high access rates, addressing the increasing costs of data transport.
Researchers have discovered a simple homeostatic rule that governs the formation of new neural networks in the visual cortex, enabling the brain to adapt to changes. The theory also sheds light on how synapses are formed and abandoned, with implications for understanding learning processes and treating neurological diseases.
Researchers at Jülich's Institute of Energy and Climate Research have successfully recreated the natural conditions for isoprene degradation, demonstrating efficient hydroxyl radical regeneration. This process takes place faster than previously thought and produces fewer climate-damaging ozone molecules.
An interdisciplinary team from Jülich and Aachen produced robust magnetic molecules with neodymium, enabling direct electrical readout. These molecules could replace conventional electronic components, reducing energy consumption and increasing data processing capabilities.