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A team at the University of Kansas will develop intelligent spectrum management frameworks to enable reliable communication for drones. They aim to study how to use a proposed 5030-5091 MHz frequency band efficiently, with potential benefits including quicker deliveries and improved emergency response.
Researchers at Pohang University of Science & Technology and Jeonbuk National University successfully trapped mechanical waves within a single resonator, overcoming a century-old physics barrier. The discovery opens new possibilities for energy harvesting, ultra-sensitive sensors, and advanced communications.
Researchers have developed a photonic-chip-based amplifier that achieves ultra-broadband signal amplification in an unprecedentedly compact form. The new amplifier uses optical nonlinearity to boost weak signals while keeping noise low, making it highly adaptable to various applications beyond telecommunications.
Researchers developed a new method to amplify weak bioelectronic signals using OECTs, enabling highly sensitive and low-power biosensors for health and environmental monitoring. The technique overcomes previous challenges in integrating fuel cells with electrochemical sensors.
Researchers develop dual-stage E+S-band bismuth-doped fiber amplifier for next-generation optical communication systems. The device achieves unprecedented broad bandwidth, high gain and low noise, making it suitable for boosting optical signals.
Osteosarcoma cells often have extra copies of the SETDB1 gene, making the cancer more aggressive and harder to treat. Blocking SETDB1 may help the immune system recognize and attack osteosarcoma cells, offering a promising new way to treat this type of bone cancer.
Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis are developing a new way to detect sulfur mustard, a highly toxic chemical warfare agent, using nucleic acid molecular recognition and dendrimers.
A novel diagnostic system called TwinDemic Detection offers simultaneous and rapid detection of SARS-CoV-2 and influenza A virus. The system has a detection limit of 0.46 picomolar for CoV and 0.39 pM for IAV, correctly predicting positive and negative samples in high percentages.
Researchers developed a miniaturized all-fiber photoacoustic spectrometer for intravascular gas detection, achieving detection limits of 9 ppb and response times as quick as 18 milliseconds. The system detects trace gases at the ppb level and analyzes nanoliter-sized samples with millisecond response times.
Researchers demonstrate the first cross-chiral exponential amplification of an RNA enzyme, potentially leading to the development of cross-chiral therapeutics and biotechnologies. The discovery suggests that a bioengineer can create a new form of biochemical evolution by using both left- and right-handed molecules.
A team of researchers discovered a class of materials that mimic the behavior of axons by spontaneously amplifying electrical pulses. These materials can harness internal instabilities to create spiking behavior and amplify signals, potentially leading to more efficient computing and artificial intelligence.
An international team successfully realizes periodic oscillations and transportation for optical pulses using a synthetic temporal lattice. They observe the features of SBO collapse, including vanishing oscillation amplitude and flip of initial oscillation direction.
A novel technique called time-division MIMO beamformer enables millimeter-wave MIMO receivers without additional hardware, achieving -23.5 dB error vector magnitude and rapid Nyquist-rate beam switching times. This innovation paves the way for smaller and more efficient multi-beam MIMO systems.
Researchers from Aarhus University have developed a method that can detect the earliest changes in the kidney when scar tissue begins to form. This technology uses hyperpolarized 13C-pyruvate MRI to track fibrosis formation, allowing doctors to start treatment earlier and potentially prevent damage.
Researchers at Lancaster University and others are building the most sensitive dark matter detectors using quantum technologies. They aim to detect dark matter particles weighing between 0.01 to a few hydrogen atoms, which could reveal the mass and interactions of these mysterious particles.
Researchers developed a one-dimensional convolutional neural network (1D CNN) to compensate for errors due to sample location variations. The model achieved high accuracy, reducing mean absolute error to 0.695% and mean squared error to 0.876%.
Researchers developed a novel millimeter-wave multiple-input-multiple-output (MIMO) wireless receiver architecture that can block stronger spatial interference, improving device performance. The new design uses a special circuit to target and cancel out unwanted signals earlier in the receiver chain.
A team at NICT set a new world record for data-rate transmission in a standard optical fiber, reaching 402 Tb/s and increasing the aggregate bandwidth to 37.6 THz. The demonstration used novel technologies to access new wavelength regions, enabling future optical communication infrastructure to meet growing demands.
Researchers developed a thin gold membrane with pores to selectively amplify Raman signals from surfaces, enabling the study of surfaces for the first time. This breakthrough improves the efficiency and degradation behavior of batteries, catalysts, and solar cells.
A team of researchers from Tokyo Tech proposes a new signal-amplification system utilizing sumanene-based supramolecular polymers, exhibiting exceptional signal amplification through dynamic allosteric manipulation. The system's sensitivity was demonstrated with a 62.5-fold signal amplification of steroid molecules.
Researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology designed a novel transceiver that improves 5G network coverage even in areas with link blockage. The device features efficient wireless power transmission and high-power conversion efficiency, enabling simultaneous data and power transmission.
A team of scientists from Tokyo Institute of Technology has developed a novel 5G relay that can be powered wirelessly at a lower frequency of 5.7 GHz, enabling wider coverage and range for devices. This innovative design offers improved power conversion efficiency and versatility, making it an ideal solution for smart factories.
A new 640 Gbps D-band CMOS transceiver chipset offers speeds 10 to 100 times faster than current 5G systems. The proposed chipset enables high-speed wireless transmission, with applications in automated cars, telemedicine, and advanced virtual reality experiences.
A multi-institutional team has developed an optical energy enhancement of six orders of magnitude using germanium vacancy centers in diamonds, creating a new tool for fundamental physics and research areas.
A new Bayesian inference framework reduces data size by over 80% while achieving accurate modeling and control of optical power evolution. The approach enables simultaneous exploitation and exploration of a data space to identify suitable candidates for autonomous driving optical networks.
A new approach uses neural networks to automatically determine polynomial coefficients for digital pre-distortion (DPD) in RF-PAs, reducing hardware complexity and power efficiency. This method can correct non-linearities and support emerging standards without extensive real-time processing.
Researchers developed a technology to detect infectious disease viruses in real-time using a single nano-spectroscopic sensor. The system uses molecular fingerprinting and can detect specific substances with tailored detection, enabling rapid and precise analysis.
The Aalto University research group Quantum Computing and Devices has developed a new method of measuring qubits using ultrasensitive thermal detectors. This approach promises to evade the Heisenberg uncertainty principle, allowing for more accurate measurements and potentially enabling higher qubit counts in near-term quantum computers.
Researchers demonstrate how a simple mirror design can amplify radiative cooling processes for buildings. The mirror structure effectively guides thermal radiation towards the most transmissive portion of the atmosphere, increasing cooling power.
Researchers developed a Kerr-enhanced optical spring to boost the sensitivity of next-generation gravitational wave detectors. The new design successfully amplifies signals without increasing intracavity power, opening up new avenues for unraveling the universe's mysteries.
Researchers develop a new method using gold nanoparticle decorated polymers (GNDP) to improve detection of antigen-antibody reactions in infectious diseases. This approach results in higher optical density and improved sensitivity compared to traditional methods.
Researchers developed a new single-molecule transistor that utilizes quantum interference to switch electrons on and off. The device boasts high precision switching, stability, and improved subthreshold swing compared to existing transistors.
A team of UCLA engineers has developed a soft, thin, stretchy device that can detect movement in larynx muscles and translate signals into audible speech with nearly 95% accuracy. The device is made up of two components and uses machine-learning technology to assist patients with voice disorders.
A novel AI-based noise suppression system has been developed to improve the effectiveness of search and rescue drones during natural disasters. The system uses Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) to accurately learn UAV propeller sound data and eliminate noise, allowing operators to clearly hear and recognize human sounds.
The study investigates how different genes related to autism spectrum disorders affect the brain's neural circuits, resulting in heightened sensitivity to sounds. The researchers aim to identify a potential biomarker for sensory hypersensitivity and develop treatments using optogenetics and minocycline.
Researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology developed a 300 GHz-band transmitter that solves issues with high-frequency electromagnetic waves and offers high data rates of up to 108 Gb/s. The proposed solution features a phased-array design, low power consumption, and area efficiency.
Scientists at Shanghai Institute of Microsystem and Information Technology enhance the photon-number-resolving capability of single-photon detectors by widening superconducting strips. This results in better dynamic range and fidelity, enabling true-photon-number resolution up to 10.
Researchers at GIST developed high-performance OECT devices based on poly(diketopyrrolopyrrole) (PDPP)-type polymers, achieving high charge carrier mobility and volumetric capacitance values. The optimized material exhibited a figure-of-merit value of over 800 F V^-1 cm^-1 s^-1.
Researchers have developed a method to coherently tile multiple titanium:sapphire crystals together, breaking through the current 10-petawatt limit. This technology enables ultra-intense ultrashort lasers with high conversion efficiencies, stable energies, and broadband spectra.
The study demonstrates the enhancement of light amplification in perovskite nanosheets, paving the way for advances in optoelectronics and other applications. The researchers achieved this by creating a patterned waveguide, which improved optical confinement and heat dissipation.
Scientists have introduced a new class of protease-activity sensors using gold nanoparticles equipped with peptide DNA, which can detect multiple active proteases in parallel. The method works at room temperature and does not require complicated sample preparation or elaborate instruments.
Researchers have discovered a way to use heat signals to process data in energy-efficient computers. The team's approach uses non-conductive magnetic strips and metal spacers to conduct and amplify heat signals, enabling logical computing operations and heat diodes.
The LoCKAmp device uses lab-on-a-chip technology to detect Covid-19 and other pathogens in just three minutes, providing rapid and accurate results. The device has the potential to be used in remote healthcare settings and could also detect conditions like cancer.
A research team at Pohang University of Science & Technology created a photomultiplication-type organic photodiode that recognizes colors without an electron receptor, improving stability and full-color capability in applications like biometric recognition technology and cameras.
Researchers have developed an integrated sensor capable of capturing and enhancing bio-signals, paving the way for potential treatments of brain disorders. The innovative technology uses inkjet printing to create a flexible substrate with a custom-made sensor.
Researchers found a strong positive correlation between BRD4 overexpression and chemoresistance in ovarian cancer. The study demonstrated that BRD4-L and BRD4-S isoforms play a role in promoting chemotherapy resistance in high-grade serous ovarian carcinoma.
Researchers from University of Freiburg and University of Cambridge have observed dynamic molecular aggregates in cells for the first time. These condensates play a crucial role in controlling biochemical processes and are regulated by active biological mechanisms, not just physical forces.
Researchers develop a new technique to detect circulating tumor cells in blood, overcoming noise issues with existing methods. The dual-ratio approach enhances penetration range and accuracy, paving the way for quicker diagnosis of metastasis.
Researchers have developed a new class of systems that exploit interference to create quadrature nonreciprocity, allowing for unidirectional signal transmission without breaking time-reversal symmetry. This enables the creation of dual carriageways for signals, with potential applications in quantum information processing and sensing.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute found that women are more likely to hide their LGBTQ+ affiliation when they expect discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals. This behavior is linked to the experience of gender-based discrimination and the expectation of unequal treatment.
Researchers developed a nano-excitonic transistor that controls excitons to process massive amounts of data at the speed of light with minimal heat energy loss. This technology has potential applications in optical computing and realizing an era of data explosion driven by AI.
Researchers developed an all-optical quantum state sharing protocol that uses continuous variable systems to share secret information between multiple parties. The new method successfully implemented in a low-noise amplifier and demonstrated higher average fidelity than classical limits.
A new type of photonic time crystal has been developed, showing that these artificial materials can amplify electromagnetic waves. This could lead to more efficient wireless communications and improved lasers., The creation of two-dimensional photonic time crystals makes them easier to fabricate and experiment with.
Researchers at Northwestern University have developed a new technology that boosts weak biochemical signals by over 1,000 times using plastic transistor amplification. This enables real-time health diagnostics and disease monitoring without complex electronics.
Researchers found that dieting amplifies neural signals of hunger in the brain, leading to increased food intake and weight gain. This long-term change could be a key target for developing therapies to prevent the yo-yo effect.
A new type of ferroelectric semiconductor has been integrated into a reconfigurable transistor, enabling multifunctional devices to be combined on the same platform. This breakthrough could lead to more efficient and lower-cost electronics, including reconfigurable radio frequency and microwave communication systems.
Kyoto University researchers have created a map comparing circuit structure with neural activity in mammals, revealing a new mechanism behind visual cortex activities. This discovery sheds light on the hidden connections between neurons and could provide directions for constructing power-efficient deep neural networks.
Researchers have developed a new device that can effectively redistribute noise and reduce its impact on quantum measurements. By 'squeezing' the noise, they can make more accurate measurements, enabling faster and more precise quantum systems. The device has the potential to improve multi-qubit systems and metrological applications.
A team of researchers has developed an amplification technique to study a parity-violating interaction between spins mediated by a hypothetical Z' boson. The setup, called SAPPHIRE, uses polarized rubidium and xenon atoms to increase sensitivity five orders of magnitude, setting new constraints on the strength of this interaction.
Researchers have developed a new detector that can precisely measure single photons at very high rates, enabling practical high-speed quantum communication. The PEACOQ detector is made of superconducting nanowires and operates at extremely cold temperatures, allowing for precise measurement of photon arrival times.