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Pusan National University researchers have developed a hybrid quantum network with indistinguishable quantum sources

Pusan National University researchers have successfully developed a hybrid quantum network with indistinguishable quantum sources. The team demonstrated two-photon interference between a warm atomic ensemble and quantum dots, achieving high-visibility two-photon interference without needing spectral or temporal modifications.

SourcePusan National University·JournalLight: Science & Applications·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 30, 2026

Seeing the unseen: Quantum dots reveal hidden light waves on metal surfaces

Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University developed a practical imaging technique to visualize surface plasmon polaritons, electromagnetic waves traveling along metal surfaces. The method uses quantum dots to create sensitizers that can capture images of the waves under normal laboratory conditions.

SourceOsaka Metropolitan University·JournalNano Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 24, 2026

Cold radioactive molecules prepped and readied for physics discoveries

Scientists have successfully prepared and studied radium molecules precisely with lasers in tabletop experiments, marking a breakthrough in understanding the universe's matter-antimatter asymmetry. The new method can be applied to other atoms to create similarly chilled molecules.

SourceCalifornia Institute of Technology·JournalScience·DateJul 16, 2026

Scientists unveil technique to build ultra-thin material stacks that promise quantum breakthrough

Researchers unveiled a technique to build ultra-clean 2D heterostructures using muscovite crystals, eliminating microscopic residues that disrupt electronic device performance. This method enables precise stacking of atomic layers, leading to new properties and potential breakthroughs in quantum computing and nanoelectronics.

SourceUniversity of Southampton·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 14, 2026
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Physicists identify upper limit to resistivity in a pure metal

Researchers discovered a maximum amount of electrical resistance that can occur due to electron collisions, offering insights into what causes resistivity at the microscopic level. The study found that when interactions between atoms become too strong, the resistivity caused by collisions eventually stops rising and saturates.

SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 16, 2026

Newly synthesized fullerene material remains metallic even under low temperatures

Scientists have successfully synthesized a new fullerene material that exhibits metallic behavior even under cryogenic temperatures. This discovery challenges conventional understanding of the Mott metal-insulator transition and has significant implications for future electronics and quantum technologies.

SourceOsaka Metropolitan University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 11, 2026

Precise measurement by physicists helps resolve long-standing proton radius puzzle

Researchers at Colorado State University have measured a hydrogen proton's radius to be 0.84 femtometers, resolving the long-standing scientific discrepancy that has puzzled scientists for years. The finding confirms the Standard Model theory and opens a door for further study, revealing subtle issues in earlier measurements.

SourceColorado State University·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJun 2, 2026
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Using a single atom as a “camera” - visualization of light intensity and polarization beyond the resolution limit of optical microscopes -

Researchers use a single rubidium atom trapped in an optical tweezer as a scanning probe to image fine structures of light patterns with spatial resolution surpassing the diffraction limit. The technique successfully visualizes both light intensity and polarization distributions at the nanoscale.

SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 29, 2026

Molecules shed light on dark matter

Researchers at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz have made new constraints on dark matter particles using precision measurements of barium monofluoride molecules. The study found bounds on hypothetical Z' bosons that mediate electron-nucleus interactions, potentially shedding light on dark matter.

SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 11, 2026

Gravitational waves leave imprints on light emitted by atoms

Researchers at Stockholm University propose a novel approach to detecting gravitational waves by tracking how they reshape the light emitted by atoms. This method could help distinguish the signal from noise and encode the wave's direction and polarization.

SourceStockholm University·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 19, 2026
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Tools to glimpse how “helicity” impacts matter and light

A team from Tokyo Metropolitan University successfully detects laser-assisted electron scattering using circularly polarized light, shedding light on atomic scale helicity and its impact on electron-matter interaction. The signal agrees with theory, but further work is needed to improve detection efficiency and accuracy.

SourceTokyo Metropolitan University·JournalThe Journal of Chemical Physics·DateMar 14, 2026

‘Giant superatoms’ unlock a new toolbox for quantum computers

Giant superatoms combine two quantum-mechanical constructs to suppress decoherence and create entanglement, opening opportunities for scalable and reliable quantum systems. This breakthrough enables quantum information to be protected, controlled, and distributed in new ways.

SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 19, 2026

Physicists clarify key mechanism behind energy release in Molybdenum-93

A team of physicists identified the dominant mechanism responsible for energy release in molybdenum-93m using high-precision experiments. Inelastic nuclear scattering is confirmed to be the primary driver of isomer depletion under experimental conditions, contradicting previous hypotheses about nuclear excitation by electron capture.

SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 8, 2026

Observing positronium beam as a quantum matter wave for the first time

Researchers at Tokyo University of Science demonstrate matter-wave diffraction in a short-lived electron-positron atom, marking a major advancement in fundamental physics. The findings pave the way for new research using positronium and could enable sensitive tests of gravity.

SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 19, 2026
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Scientists discover new nuclear “island” where magic numbers break down

Researchers have discovered a new 'Island of Inversion' in the most symmetric region of the nuclear chart, where protons and neutrons equal each other. This finding challenges long-held assumptions about structural inversions and provides insights into fundamental forces that bind matter together.

SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 8, 2025

Researchers unleash the power of a new tool in canine cancer treatment

A new study from Mizzou's College of Veterinary Medicine analyzed the effects of radioactive iodine therapy on thyroid cancer in dogs. The research found that tailoring the dose of radiation more precisely for each dog could improve outcomes and potentially lead to more targeted care.

SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalVeterinary and Comparative Oncology·DateSep 9, 2025

Physicists devise an idea for lasers that shoot beams of neutrinos

Researchers at MIT introduce the concept of a neutrino laser that uses cooled radioactive atoms to produce amplified neutrino beams. By cooling rubidium-83 to near absolute zero, the team predicts accelerated radioactive decay and production of neutrinos. This innovation could lead to new applications in medicine and communication.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateSep 8, 2025
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New particle detector passes the 'standard candle' test

The sPHENIX detector precisely measured particles from high-speed collisions, revealing properties of quark-gluon plasma. This achievement enables scientists to reconstruct the early universe's conditions.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalJournal of High Energy Physics·DateSep 3, 2025

Molecules in the spotlight: Snapshots reveal the eternal dance of particles

Scientists at Goethe University Frankfurt have directly measured the correlated zero-point motion of a molecule's atoms for the first time, revealing complex patterns of vibrational modes. The experiment uses Coulomb Explosion Imaging to generate high-resolution images of the molecule's structure.

SourceGoethe University Frankfurt·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 7, 2025

Mizzou scientists work to boost lifesaving cancer treatments

Researchers at MURR have optimized Terbium-161 for radiopharmaceutical use, enabling targeted destruction of cancer cells with high-energy electrons. The breakthrough could add extra therapeutic effectiveness to existing treatments without requiring new drug development.

SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalRadiochimica Acta·DateJul 22, 2025
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Physicists discover aluminium-20, a new three-proton-emitting isotope

Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences have discovered aluminium-20, an unstable isotope that decays via three-proton emission. The study provides insights into the structure and decay of nuclei beyond the proton drip line, shedding light on isospin symmetry breaking.

SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 20, 2025

Unveiling the mystery of electron dynamics in the 'quantum tunneling barrier' for the first time

Researchers successfully confirmed long-standing 'electron tunneling' phenomenon, revealing surprising interactions between electrons and atomic nuclei during tunneling. The study's findings have significant implications for advanced technologies like semiconductors, quantum computers, and ultrafast lasers.

SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJul 16, 2025

New breakthrough method to protect quantum spins from noise

Researchers have discovered a simple way to protect atoms from losing information by shining a single laser beam on them, reducing spin relaxation rates. The technique uses light to subtly shift atomic energy levels, aligning spins and keeping them in sync even as they collide with each other or surroundings.

SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 10, 2025

Listening to electrons talk

The study confirms QED theory by measuring the g-factor of lithium-like tin with high precision. The experimental value agrees well with the theoretical prediction within the uncertainty of the calculation.

SourceMax-Planck-Institut fur Kernphysik·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 29, 2025
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UTA ATLAS team shares Breakthrough Prize in physics

The University of Texas at Arlington's ATLAS Experiment team has made significant contributions to the discovery of the Higgs boson particle. The team's work on the Large Hadron Collider at CERN led to a Noble Prize in 2013 and has earned them a $1 million Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·DateMay 20, 2025

MIT physicists snap the first images of “free-range” atoms

Researchers at MIT have captured the first images of individual atoms freely interacting in space, visualizing never-before-seen quantum phenomena. The technique allows scientists to directly observe correlations among 'bosons' and fermions, shedding light on their behavior and interactions.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMay 7, 2025

Properties of the drip‑line nucleus and mass relation of mirror nuclei

Heavy nuclei at the neutron drip line exhibit weak binding due to coupling between nucleus-bound states and continuum spectrum. Researchers find that isospin asymmetry saturation affects Coulomb energy and symmetry energy, while deformation energy resists augmented proton charge. They also discover a correlation between magic numbers a...

SourceNuclear Science and Techniques·JournalNuclear Science and Techniques·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 5, 2025

New model supercharges human-AI team work in high-stakes industries

A novel model predicts critical energy barriers governing heavy-ion fusion reactions with high accuracy, enabling the synthesis of superheavy nuclei and improving nuclear physics experiments. The model's effective nucleus-nucleus potential combines Skyrme energy density functional with reaction Q-values.

SourceNuclear Science and Techniques·JournalNuclear Science and Techniques·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 3, 2025
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

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New method to produce an extremely heavy hydrogen isotope at the Mainz Microtron accelerator MAMI

Researchers at A1 Collaboration successfully produced hydrogen-6 in an electron scattering experiment, challenging current understanding of multi-nucleon interactions. The measurement revealed a stronger interaction between neutrons within the nucleus than expected, indicating a lower ground-state energy for ⁶H.

SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateApr 30, 2025

Breakthrough in predicting cancer recurrence: AI model enhances prognostic accuracy with multi-omics integration

A novel AI framework, MULGONET, improves cancer recurrence prediction by integrating genomic, epigenetic and transcriptomic data. The model overcomes limitations of traditional machine learning models by automatically linking genes to biological processes, enabling trans-cancer applicability.

SourceKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.·JournalFundamental Research·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 9, 2025

New sensor can take any gas and tell you what’s in it

A new laser-based device can analyze gas samples with high precision, detecting molecules at minute concentrations. The technology has potential applications in medical diagnostics, tracking greenhouse gas emissions, and more.

SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalNature·DateFeb 19, 2025
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

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Atomic-level diamond surface polishing with high quality, efficiency, and material removal rates

A new photocatalytic chemical mechanical polishing (PCMP) slurry has been developed for Single Crystal Diamond (SCD) polishing, resulting in exceptionally smooth surfaces with minimal damage. The Material Removal Rate (MRR) peaks at 1168 nm·h−1, emphasizing the efficiency and effectiveness of this advanced polishing technique.

SourceInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·JournalInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·DateFeb 13, 2025

Negative refraction of light using atoms instead of metamaterials

Researchers at Lancaster University have successfully demonstrated negative refraction using atomic arrays, eliminating the need for metamaterials. This achievement paves the way for novel technologies based on negative refraction, including perfect lenses and cloaking devices.

SourceLancaster University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 12, 2025

New atom-based thermometer measures temperature more accurately

Researchers at NIST have created a new thermometer using Rydberg atoms, allowing for accurate temperature measurements in fields like quantum research and industrial manufacturing. The thermometer's sensitivity could improve temperature readings by tracking energy jumps caused by blackbody radiation.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalPhysical Review Research·DateJan 29, 2025

New discovery by Mizzou scientists redefines magnetism

Researchers Carsten Ullrich and Deepak Singh have discovered a new type of quasiparticle in all magnetic materials, challenging previous understanding of magnetism. This finding could lead to the development of faster, smarter, and more energy-efficient electronics.

SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalPhysical Review Research·DateDec 17, 2024

Scientists show spin statistics in collisions may be flawed

Researchers from Chinese Academy of Sciences questioned traditional spin statistics rules in high-energy ion-atom collisions, revealing a breakdown of these assumptions. By measuring spin-resolved cross-section ratios, the study uncovered novel findings with implications for understanding atomic and molecular reactivity.

SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateOct 30, 2024
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Computer simulations point the way towards better solar cells

Computer simulations point the way towards better solar cells by gaining crucial insights into what influences properties of 2D perovskite materials. Researchers have discovered that the choice of organic linkers can directly control how atoms in surface layers move, affecting optical properties.

SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalACS Energy Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 15, 2024

New insights into exotic nuclei creation

A new model based on the Langevin equation offers insights into exotic nuclei formation, enhancing the production of rare isotopes for scientific and medical applications. The model simplifies complex nuclear reactions by focusing on key physical processes, reducing adjustable parameters and improving energy dissipation predictions.

SourceNuclear Science and Techniques·JournalNuclear Science and Techniques·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 28, 2024

The Accelerator Laboratory of the University of Jyväskylä has measured more detailed data on the "magic" N=50 neutron shell closure

Researchers from the University of Jyväskylä have measured more detailed data on the magic N=50 neutron shell closure in the silver isotope chain. The new information improves state-of-the-art theoretical models, benefiting the global description of the atomic nucleus.

SourceUniversity of Jyväskylä - Jyväskylän yliopisto·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 27, 2024
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New fusion reactions could lead to long-lasting superheavy nuclei with unique properties

Researchers predicted promising reactions for creating double magic nuclei, such as <sup> 298 </sup> Fl and <sup> 304 </sup> 120. These elements could have unique properties and deepen understanding of atomic forces. The study is a step closer to the 'Island of Stability', where long-lasting superheavy nuclei might exist.

SourceNuclear Science and Techniques·JournalNuclear Science and Techniques·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 7, 2024

Unlocking the decomposition limitations of the Li₂C₂O₄ for highly efficient cathode preliathiations

Researchers from Harbin Institute of Technology propose a catalytic strategy to modulate the mass transport and decomposition reaction kinetics of Li₂C₂O₄. The study reveals single-atom Ni sites promote significantly promoted decomposition kinetics, increasing decomposition efficiency by 786%.

SourceKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.·JournalAdvanced Powder Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 4, 2024

Quantum entanglement between electronic and motional states in cold-atom quantum simulator

The researchers have successfully demonstrated quantum entanglement between electronic and motional states in their ultrafast quantum simulator, generating a new quantum simulation method including repulsive force between particles. This achievement is expected to improve the fidelity of two-qubit gate operations and realize socially u...

SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 2, 2024
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Freeze-frame: U of A researchers develop world's fastest microscope that can see electrons in motion

Researchers at the University of Arizona developed a transmission electron microscope with attosecond temporal resolution, allowing scientists to observe electron motion in real-time. This breakthrough enables studies of ultrafast processes at the atomic level, paving the way for advancements in physics and chemistry.

SourceUniversity of Arizona·JournalScience Advances·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateAug 21, 2024

Researchers reveal atomic-scale details of catalysts’ active sites

Scientists have developed a technique that illuminates the mechanisms underlying many chemical reactions by determining the 3D atomic coordinates, chemical makeup, and surface composition of heterogeneous nanocatalysts. This discovery enables engineers to rationally design nanocatalysts for optimized performance.

SourceCalifornia NanoSystems Institute·JournalNature Catalysis·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 6, 2024

Significant advancement in superconductivity research at oxide interfaces by USTC

Researchers have found a special spatially varying superconducting state, one-dimensional superconducting stripes, induced by ferromagnetic proximity effect in an oxide heterostructure composed of EuO and KTaO3. The discovery reveals the intricate coupling between superconductivity and magnetism at oxide interfaces.

SourceUniversity of Science and Technology of China·JournalNature Physics·DateMay 13, 2024
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A reliable and efficient computational method for finding transition states in chemical reactions

Researchers have developed a reliable and efficient computational method to find transition states in chemical reactions, reducing computational costs by 50-70%. The new method outperforms existing methods like Nudged Elastic Band (NEB), achieving high accuracy in identifying transition states in 98% of cases.

SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalJournal of Chemical Theory and Computation·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 22, 2024
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A new chapter for all-attosecond spectroscopy

A team of researchers from the Max Born Institute has demonstrated a new approach to all-attosecond pump-probe spectroscopy using a compact intense attosecond source. This enables the investigation of extremely fast electron dynamics in the attosecond regime, which is not accessible by current attosecond techniques.

SourceMax Born Institute for Nonlinear Optics and Short Pulse Spectroscopy (MBI)·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 22, 2024

First-ever atomic freeze-frame of liquid water

Researchers develop X-ray attosecond transient absorption spectroscopy in liquids to study electron movement and newly ionized molecules. The technique resolves a long-standing debate about the structural shapes of water, demonstrating conclusively that signals are not evidence for two distinct motifs.

SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·JournalScience·DateFeb 15, 2024

Dortmund physicists develop highly robust time crystal

Researchers at TU Dortmund University have developed a highly durable time crystal that outlasts previous experiments by tens of thousands of times. The team discovered a way to stabilize the crystal using nuclear spins, enabling it to maintain its periodic behavior for up to 40 minutes.

SourceTU Dortmund University·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 1, 2024

Two atoms playing ping-pong

Researchers at TU Wien have developed a 'quantum ping-pong' where two atoms bounce a single photon back and forth. The team used a Maxwell fish-eye lens to achieve pinpoint accuracy, allowing the photons to be transferred from one atom to another with high efficiency.

SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJan 16, 2024
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