A research group developed an in-sensor reservoir computing system for latent fingerprint recognition, achieving 100% recognition accuracy even with 15% background noise. The system uses deep ultraviolet photo-synapses and a memristor array to process information in parallel, reducing latency and increasing efficiency.
Direct observation of magnetic reconnection in the solar wind reveals a common bursty state, leading to plasma acceleration and heating. Turbulent reconnection increases with solar wind speed, highlighting its role in energizing plasmas.
Researchers have enabled remote tuning of coupled Dirac plasmon excitations in graphene by designing an additional damping pathway through adjusting the Fermi energy level. The results provide fresh concepts for active control of other quasiparticle lifetimes and applications in nanophotonics.
Researchers developed a general workflow to simulate atmospheric aerosol nucleation using the full ab initio method. They used active learning techniques and deep network-based force fields to attain comprehensive data sets and better understand the mechanisms of aerosol nucleation.
Researchers at USTC developed a novel MRI contrast agent using highly hydrated paramagnetic amorphous calcium carbonate nanoclusters, exhibiting improved relaxivity and mass production. The material shows great potential in creating efficient diagnostic agents with low toxicity.
Researchers at USTC developed slidable graphene-based nanoresonators to modulate dynamics. They found the resonant frequency depends on gate voltage application and discovered a frequency loop due to stress and quasi-static pulling force.
A study published in PNAS reveals the 'Yin and Yang' regulation of stress granules (SGs) by Caprin-1, where the C-terminal domain promotes SG formation while the N-terminal domain restrains it. This discovery provides a potential therapeutic target for related diseases.
A recent study published in Frontiers in Plant Science reveals the evolution of paleodiet at the Neolithic site of Qujialing, China. Researchers detected starch grains from diverse plant species, including job's tears, lotus roots, and legumes, alongside rice and millet.
Researchers discovered an emergent CDW state competing with superconductivity in CsV3Sb5 under pressure. The study reveals new electronic correlation effects, paving the way for exploring unconventional superconductivity.
A research team from USTC has discovered a novel method to amplify the relative phase in optical interference by leveraging non-linear effects. This breakthrough could lead to improved measurement accuracy in quantum optics and precision applications.
A research team from USTC has designed a novel photodiode that achieves low dark current, high bandwidth, and improved responsivity. The device uses plasmonic resonance to enhance absorption efficiency, leading to increased signal quality for high-speed optical communication networks.
Researchers developed a small molecule-assisted impregnation approach to synthesize carbon-supported platinum intermetallic fuel cell catalysts. The optimal additive, sodium thioglycolate (STG), suppresses PtCo sintering by coordinating with Pt and Co to form precursors.
Researchers at the University of Science and Technology of China have developed a method to store high-dimensional orbital angular momentum quantum states for an extended period. The team used a guiding magnetic field combined with clock state preparation to achieve a storage time of up to 400μs, surpassing previous records.
Scientists discovered an effective way to passivate deep-level traps in perovskite solar cells, significantly improving power conversion efficiency. The breakthrough involves a new in-situ protonation process that reduces minority carrier traps.
Genuine multipartite entanglement, a potent form of entanglement for quantum info processing, has been certified in arbitrary sizes and forms using a new method. The new method, which decomposes the internal structure of the system, proves the existence of genuine multipartite entanglement in weakly entangled states.
Researchers developed IsoNet, a software package solving intrinsic 'missing-wedge' problem and low signal-to-noise ratio issues in cryoET. IsoNet uses iterative self-supervised deep learning to perform missing-edge correction and denoise tomographic data.
Researchers used molybdenum isotopes to study the interaction between subducting slabs and mantles. They found systematic differences in the isotopic composition of rocks from different depths, indicating distinct metasomatism processes. This helps understand the structure of subduction zones.
Recent research on Regime I fires, also known as window-ejected fire plumes, has focused on understanding the physical processes and mechanisms of these events. The study's authors review various external boundary and ambient conditions that affect window-ejected fire plume dynamics and propose further areas of investigation.
Scientists verified genuine multipartite nonlocality, demonstrating that bipartite and tripartite correlations cannot explain all natural correlations. The study used Local operation and shared randomness to rule out local explanations, paving the way for future experiments on more extensive quantum systems.
Researchers developed a novel 'nanoglue' strategy to stabilize atomically dispersed metal catalysts, achieving both high catalytic activity and stability. The nanoglues concept involves isolating metal atoms on small islands, suppressing migration to neighboring sites.
The study, led by Prof. Wei Hu, demonstrates that endovascular thrombectomy improves functional outcomes and reduces mortality in patients with basilar arterial occlusion compared to standard medical therapy. The trial, ATTENTION, provides high-quality evidence on the efficacy and safety of this treatment for acute basilar artery occlu...
Researchers have gained new insights into Li-O2 battery performance by studying the generation and disintegration of lithium peroxide. At small currents, channel diameters restrict growth, causing electrode blockage; at high currents, fast electrochemical reactions dominate sudden death.
Researchers used a spin-based amplifier to constrain hypothetical axions, providing a way to explore promising parameter space. They showed that long-lived nuclear spins can enhance exotic signals by a factor of over 40.
A USTC research team has elucidated the high-resolution structures of the PIN1 protein and its interaction with auxin and inhibitor NPA, shedding light on the mechanism of auxin transport. The study provides a new method for studying auxin transport using mammalian HEK293F cells.
A research group developed a high-precision xenon co-magnetometer to search for exotic physical interactions. They set new upper limits on monopole-dipole interactions at the submillimeter range, improving previous bounds by a factor of 30.
The research team developed a Floquet spin system that amplifies multiple weak electromagnetic waves simultaneously, increasing the operation bandwidth and enabling the amplification of more than one signal at different frequencies.
Researchers found a sharp S-isotopic decrease coincided with the terrestrial extinction in the Sydney Basin, linked to climatic perturbations of short-term cooling and longer-term global warming. The study provides new evidence for the massive deposition of atmospheric sulfate, potentially contributing to the EPE on land.
A research team from USTC designed a microelectromechanical system (MEMS) resonator with ultra-high Q based on lithium niobate thin film. The quality factor at parallel resonance increased by two orders of magnitude compared to previously reported acoustic resonators.
A research team from the University of Science and Technology of China designed a microelectromechanical system (MEMS) resonator with ultra-high Q based on lithium niobate (LiNbO3) thin film. The quality factor at parallel resonance was increased by two orders of magnitude, paving the way for designing 6G communication devices.
A research team developed a photocatalyst that boosts the transformation of methane into ethane and hydrogen with high selectivity. The newly constructed photocatalyst enabled durable photocatalytic nonoxidative coupling under mild conditions.
The study identifies two subpopulations of liver ILC1s, Ly49E+ and Ly49E-, with distinct origins and functions. The Ly49E+ subset is produced by embryonic hematopoietic precursors and exhibits stronger cytotoxicity, while the Ly49E- subset has stronger immune memory potential.
Scientists create artificial lattice structure with infinite topological charge numbers by coupling photons' spin-orbit coupling to internal degrees of freedom. The setup allows direct measurement of physical quantities and paves the way for exploring high-dimension topological physics.
Researchers developed an Ag3PO4 catalyst with high selectivity and activity for the electrooxidation of propylene into propylene oxide. The (100) facets of the Ag3PO4 cubes displayed superior catalytic activity due to the polarization of propylene, facilitating breaking of π bonding and C-O bond formation.
The researchers successfully synthesized π-extended nanographene carbon nanosolenoid (CNS) material with continuous spiral graphene planes, matching the structure of Riemann surface. CNS exhibited special photoluminescence and magnetic properties, including red-shifted emission band and large thermal hysteresis.
Cancer stem cells (CSCs) play a key role in malignant cancer progression, but the mechanism of their plasticity remains unknown. Researchers have identified DKK1 as a pivotal molecule that autonomously diminishes CSC population and promotes metastatic colonization.
Researchers validated the origin of mantle eclogites through Zn-, Mg- and O-isotope analysis, supporting the magmatic model. Type II eclogites formed through kinetic isotopic fractionation of melt-peridotite reaction, resulting in heavy Zn and light Mg isotope enrichment.
A new global variable-resolution model helps meteorologists understand the hydrological cycle in the Tibetan Plateau, revealing complex topography's impact on moisture transport and precipitation. The study shows that resolving topography at a few kilometers improves precipitation simulations by 11%.
The researchers successfully fabricated large-area sky-blue perovskite light-emitting diodes (PeLEDs) with a high external quantum efficiency of 10.3%. The blade-coating method enabled the production of uniform films with small grains, leading to improved luminescence uniformity and brightness.
Researchers have obtained a 3D structure of the largest-scale ultra-low velocity zone beneath the Pacific Ocean, measuring its height and lateral extent. The study reveals a mega-sized ULVZ with a shear velocity perturbation of around 10%, providing new insights into the dynamic evolution of the earth's lower mantle.
The study updates the pyrolite model by adding lateral temperature heterogeneity in the lower mantle transition zone, fitting well with observed properties. The results suggest no need to introduce a novel component into lower MTZ, supporting whole mantle convection.
A team led by Prof. PAN Jianwei from the University of Science and Technology of China has successfully measured second sound attenuation in a controlled experiment using ultra-cold lithium-6, verifying the dynamic scaling theory and paving the way for further research on quantum critical regions.
A novel ferroelectric tunnel junction (FTJ) synapse based on Ag/PbZr0.52Ti0.48O3(PZT, (111)-oriented)/Nb:SrTiO3 demonstrated 256 conductance states with satisfactory linearity and stability. The ON/OFF ratio was as high as 200, and an endurance of up to 10^9 cycles was achieved.
Researchers use boron isotopes to identify sources and properties of fluids in subduction zones. They found that serpentinite-derived fluid drives metasomatism in continental subduction zones.
Researchers discovered a phase transition from charge-density-wave order to electronic nematicity in Kagome superconductor CsV3Sb5 at 35 Kelvin. This novel nematicity has Z3 symmetry, distinct from high-temperature superconductors.
Researchers from USTC discovered the acceleration of quasar outflows at tens of parsecs, exceeding traditional accretion disk wind model predictions. The findings suggest a key role for interstellar dust in facilitating this acceleration.
Scientists create triatomic molecules by applying radio-frequency pulse to an ultracold mixture of sodium and potassium atoms. The resulting association signal suggests a strong binding between the molecules.
Researchers discovered that mortars and pestles were preferred for processing rice and other plants in middle-late Neolithic China, while grinding slabs and rollers declined in use. The study provided solid evidence for the rise of mortar and pestle usage, revealing their high processing efficiency.
The study discovered two tandem binding sites in ABCB11 that enable precise recognition and export of bile acids. The results provide structural insights into the transport mechanism, contributing to understanding of bile acid metabolism and potential therapeutic interventions.
USTC researchers develop a method named SCUBA for de novo protein design, employing a novel statistical learning strategy to generate protein main chain structures with high designability. This approach enables the creation of novel protein structures not observed in nature, expanding the diversity of accessible protein geometries.
The research group developed a new method to test quantum gates with high efficiency and robustness, achieving optimal sample complexity without increasing with scale. Using this method, they tested CNOT and Toffoli gates, requiring significantly fewer measurements than traditional methods.