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Topology helps build more robust photonic networks

Researchers have shown that topology can guide multiple, information-carrying light signals through chip-based photonic communication systems, making them more powerful and reliable. This breakthrough could enable the creation of networks of chips that communicate using light while taking advantage of topology's robustness.

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Powerful nodes for quantum networks

Researchers at the University of Innsbruck have demonstrated a powerful node for quantum networks using a string of calcium ions in a prototype computer. The node achieved an average ion-photon entanglement fidelity of 92 percent, paving the way for connecting entire quantum processors across laboratories or continents.

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Optical fibers fit for the age of quantum computing

Researchers at the University of Bath have created new specialty optical fibers to cope with the challenges of future quantum computing. These fibers feature a micro-structured core that allows for improved data transfer and the creation of entangled photons, enabling quantum computation.

New computational model of real neurons could lead to better AI

A new model developed by Flatiron Institute researchers proposes that individual neurons exert more control over their surroundings, which could be replicated in artificial neural networks. This updated model treats neurons as tiny 'controllers' and may lead to better AI performance and efficiency.

Researchers have located the brain network responsible for stuttering

A study led by the University of Turku has identified the brain network responsible for stuttering, which may lead to effective treatments. The research found that stuttering is associated with structural changes in a specific brain network involving the putamen, amygdala, and claustrum.

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A simple internet with significant possibilities

Researchers at Harvard University have successfully demonstrated the first metro-area quantum computer network in Boston, using existing telecommunication fiber to send hacker-proof information via photons. The breakthrough overcomes signal loss issues, enabling the creation of a secure quantum internet.

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Grant backs research on teaching networks to make better decisions

Researchers at Rice University are developing a machine learning framework to improve decision-making processes in military communication networks. The goal is to enable rapid, adaptive action across a broad range of scenarios by combining local data in the most effective manner.

Parkinson disease and normal aging

Researchers investigate centro-cingulate network changes and cholinergic innervation deficits in Parkinson disease and normal aging. Studies reveal significant correlations between centro-cingulate changes and cognitive impairments, motor symptoms, and age.

UBC Okanagan researchers work to be guardians of the city

Researchers at UBC Okanagan have developed a gaming strategy to strengthen vital infrastructure against malevolent attacks, aiming to ensure safety, health, and lives during emergencies. By identifying critical roads and intersections, they can reinforce them to minimize disruption.

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Accelerating discovery in artificial intelligence for science

The researcher aims to bridge completeness, efficiency, and applications in 3D graphs to solve problems in physics, fluid dynamics, and biotechnology. Geometric graphs can represent molecules, proteins, and drugs, enabling the prediction of their behavior and properties.

Boost for the quantum internet

Researchers at the University of Innsbruck have created a fully functioning quantum repeater node, enabling entanglement creation and swapping over 50 kilometers. This breakthrough demonstrates the feasibility of connecting distant cities through secure, high-performance quantum communication networks.

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A greener internet of things with no wires attached

A new form of thin-film device technology using alternative semiconductor materials could contribute to a more sustainable IoT. Wireless power harvesting from the environment using photovoltaic cells and RF energy harvesters is being explored.

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European institutes commit to data access across borders

Research institutes from Finland, Germany, Norway, Spain, and Sweden have launched the Federated European Genome-phenome Archive (Federated EGA) to improve data sharing across national borders. The new platform enables secure access to sensitive human data for research while respecting national data protection regulations.

Quantum network nodes with warm atoms

Physicists at the University of Basel have created a quantum memory that stores single photons in a warm atomic gas, allowing for efficient storage and retrieval of quantum information. The node can already be used for interesting applications, such as synchronizing randomly produced single photons.

Secure communication with light particles

Researchers at TU Darmstadt have developed a scalable quantum network that enables secure key exchange and protection of sensitive information. The system uses entanglement-based time-bin coding to distribute photons to users, ensuring robust security against eavesdropping attacks.

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COVID-19 lockdown measures affect air pollution from cities differently

Research using a network model and air pollution data before and during COVID-19 outbreaks found that surrounding traffic conditions influenced air quality in certain cities. Pollution tended to peak in cities as they contained the virus, with some cities experiencing worse air quality than ever.

Reviving a failed network through microscopic interventions

Bar-Ilan University researchers develop a two-step recovery process to revive failed networks by restructuring damaged links and reigniting the entire system through controlled node activation. This approach has shown promise in steering a failed microbiome back to functionality, particularly with probiotic interventions.

Novel algorithm improves ‘consensus’ performance in multi-agent systems

Researchers have developed a novel algorithm that improves the speed at which nodes converge on agreement regarding a single data value needed during computation. The technique is based on designing an optimized network topology that reduces communication costs while allowing for adjustable convergence rates.

Air quality monitoring during volcanic eruption

Researchers deployed a network of low-cost sensors to measure sulfur dioxide and particulate matter concentrations in volcanic smog during the 2018 Kilauea eruption. The system enabled fine-scale measurements and monitoring of plume chemical evolution over time, providing valuable insights into extreme air quality events.

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Domino effects and synchrony in seizure initiation

Researchers use mathematical modeling to study synchronization changes during seizure onset, identifying key factors that influence the transition from desynchronization to high levels of synchronization. The study reveals a new phenomenon where amplitude coupling can accelerate or decelerate the domino effect.

To find the right network model, compare all possible histories

A new paper uses a novel method to evaluate network model rules, allowing for the probabilistic reconstruction of historical data in complex systems. This enables researchers to determine the most likely network model and answer questions about who was infected first.

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A new method for directed networks could help multiple levels of science

A new method for analyzing hierarchical structures in directed networks has been developed, enabling the quantification of edge alignment and association with function. This approach has potential applications in ecology, economics, social science, and biochemistry, providing insights into complex systems and network properties.

Researchers develop new detection method to protect Army networks

Researchers developed a novel algorithm to detect subtle changes in network data, enabling the protection of Army networks from adversarial actions. The new method uses higher-order networks to analyze complex systems and identify influential nodes, predict co-evolution of multi-genre networks.

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Topology sheds new light on synchronization in higher-order networks

Researchers propose a novel 'higher-order' Kuramoto model combining topology with dynamical systems to characterize synchronization in higher-order networks. The study found that higher-order synchronization occurs explosively, revealing how topology induces dramatic changes in dynamics at the onset of synchronization transition.

Neural hardware for image recognition in nanoseconds

A new chip has been developed at TU Wien that can recognize certain objects within nanoseconds, leveraging artificial intelligence and a special material. The chip integrates the neural network with its AI directly into the image sensor, making object recognition faster by many orders of magnitude.

APS tip sheet: Predicting epidemics' speed

Scientists have developed a new model to predict the speed of epidemics in networks, providing insights into the trajectory and rate of global spread. The analysis assesses each node's likelihood of infection by a certain time, enabling more accurate forecasting of epidemic dynamics.

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New method of analyzing networks reveals hidden patterns in data

Researchers at Penn State developed a new method to measure network changes over time, revealing key insights into the world economy's response to the 2008-2009 financial crisis. The study found significant rewiring in the global economy during this period, and its impact on countries' economic growth rates.

Researchers forecast failure in disordered materials

Scientists predict potential failure sites in disordered materials like cellular foams and fiber networks by analyzing network connections. They used geodesic edge betweenness centrality to identify the most critical edges and predicted failure locations with high accuracy.

CCNY physicists use mathematics to trace neuro transitions

Researchers at The City College of New York used a mathematical model to study how the brain transitions from consciousness to unconscious behavior. They found that the subliminal state is the most robust part of the conscious network, indicating that it represents the core of the brain's processing system.

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Exotic synchronization patterns emerge in a simple network

A team of researchers has identified intricate synchronization patterns in an experimental network, revealing the potential for complex behavior to emerge in even the simplest systems. The study, published in Science, explores how networks can exhibit unexpected coordination and coupling, with implications for understanding and control...

Do all networks obey the scale-free law? Maybe not

Researchers analyzed over 900 networks from biology, transportation, technology and more, finding that close to 50% don't meet the definition of a scale-free network. The study's findings suggest that the shape of a network determines its properties, including susceptibility to targeted attacks or disease outbreaks.

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The increasingly efficient teenage brain

Researchers found that some brain networks become more densely connected during adolescence, while others become less so. These changes may underlie the refinement of cognitive abilities that develop during the teenage years.