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Electrons in the fast lane

Researchers at the University of Rostock develop a new technology to eject electrons from metals using extreme short laser flashes. They generate the shortest electron burst to date, allowing for precise control over electron streaming time.

Unravelling auger recombination in bipolar devices under high carrier injection

Scientists from Nagoya Institute of Technology have discovered that Auger recombination rate decreases with increasing excited carrier concentration under high injection conditions. This finding has significant implications for optimizing SiC bipolar device efficiency and development of next-generation high-power devices.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Novel device detects COVID-19 antibodies in five minutes

A Brazilian team developed an electrochemical immunosensor to detect SARS-CoV-2 antibodies, achieving 88.7% sensitivity and 100% specificity in just five minutes. The device can be adapted for other diseases and has potential for monitoring seroconversion and seroprevalence.

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

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“SharkGuard” reduces bycatch of endangered sharks, sea trials show

A new study reports that SharkGuard, a shark deterrent device, significantly reduces the number of blue sharks and pelagic stingrays caught in tuna fisheries. The technology emits a localized electric field around a baited hook, discouraging sharks from biting without getting hooked on other fish.

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.

Fertilizers change how bumblebees ‘see’ flowers

Researchers found that fertilizers change the electric field surrounding a flower, affecting bees' ability to navigate and feed. This alteration lasts for up to 25 minutes and can persist beyond a single use of chemicals.

GoPro HERO13 Black

GoPro HERO13 Black records stabilized 5.3K video for instrument deployments, field notes, and outreach, even in harsh weather and underwater conditions.

A faster experiment to find and study topological materials

Researchers at MIT have developed a new approach to identify topological materials using machine learning and X-ray absorption spectroscopy. The method is over 90% accurate in identifying known topological materials and can predict properties of unknown compounds.

Insects contribute to atmospheric electricity

Researchers have discovered that insects can produce as much atmospheric electric charge as a thunderstorm cloud. Insect swarms alter the electric field force at ground level, affecting local weather patterns. The study, published in iScience, highlights the link between biology and physics.

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.

Tip tricks control reactions in a single molecule

Scientists have developed a method to control chemical reactions in a single molecule by applying voltage pulses, resulting in unprecedented selectivity. By fine-tuning the voltage, researchers can interconvert different products formed during the reaction.

Creality K1 Max 3D Printer

Creality K1 Max 3D Printer rapidly prototypes brackets, adapters, and fixtures for instruments and classroom demonstrations at large build volume.

Small molecules, giant (surface) potential

Scientists at Kyushu University have developed organic molecules that align in the same direction, creating a 'giant surface potential' when evaporated onto a surface. This alignment leads to a significant electric field, which can improve OLED efficiency and open new routes for realizing devices that convert vibrations into electricity.

Unexpected quantum effects in natural double-layer graphene

An international research team led by the University of Göttingen has discovered unexpected quantum effects in naturally occurring double-layer graphene. The study reveals a variety of complex quantum phases emerging at temperatures near absolute zero, including magnetic behavior without external influence.

Manipulating interlayer magnetic coupling for future spintronics

The study observes electric gate-controlled exchange-bias effect in van der Waals heterostructures, enabling scalable energy-efficient spin-orbit logic. The team successfully tunes the blocking temperature of the EB effect via an electric gate, allowing for the EB field to be turned 'ON' and 'OFF'.

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

Light travelling in a distorting medium can appear undistorted

A team of researchers has discovered a property of light that remains unchanged in complex media, allowing for distortion-free communication and sensing. By applying a novel quantum approach, they showed that all light has this invariant property, which can be exploited to correct distortions without losing any light.

Quantum sensor can detect electromagnetic signals of any frequency

Researchers at MIT have developed a method to enable quantum sensors to detect any arbitrary frequency without losing nanoscale spatial resolution. The new system, called a quantum mixer, injects a second frequency into the detector using microwaves, enabling detection of signals with desired frequencies.

Ions and Rydberg-atoms: A bond between David and Goliath

Researchers detect a unique binding mechanism between a small ion and a gigantic Rydberg atom, defying classical expectations of particle size. The molecular bond forms when the charged ion deforms the large Rydberg atom, allowing it to form an unusual molecule.

Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars

Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.

EMFs, calcium and Alzheimer’s disease: A closer link

Research suggests that EMFs can cause Alzheimer's disease by building up calcium levels in brain cells. This increase leads to changes in the brain, which develop conditions for Alzheimer's. The study highlights the importance of reducing EMF exposure to prevent or delay the onset of Alzheimer's.

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

Light derails electrons through graphene

A team of scientists has discovered a way to bend electrons without applying a magnetic field by using circular polarized light in bilayer graphene. This breakthrough enables new sensing applications and opens up possibilities for infrared and terahertz sensing, medical imaging, and security applications.

Direct generation of complex structured light

Researchers have developed a direct method for generating complex structured light through intracavity nonlinear frequency conversion. This technique uses transverse mode locking to produce vortex beams, which are then converted into second-harmonic generation beams with distinct structural characteristics. The study demonstrates the p...

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C)

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UNH study reveals striking discovery, how lightning actually starts

Researchers at the University of New Hampshire have made a groundbreaking discovery about the origin of lightning using radio telescopes. They found that the sources of lightning are indeed the streamers, or tiny spark-like discharges, supporting one of two competing theories on how lightning begins.

Cosmic physics mimicked on table-top as graphene enables Schwinger effect

Researchers at the University of Manchester observed the Schwinger effect using graphene-based devices, producing particle-antiparticle pairs from a vacuum. They also discovered an unusual high-energy process where electrons became superluminous, providing an electric current higher than allowed by general rules.

Using only 100 atoms, electric fields can be detected and changed

Researchers at USC Viterbi School of Engineering have created a molecular device capable of recording and manipulating its surrounding bioelectric field. The device has the potential to provide ultra-fast, 3D high-resolution imaging of neural networks without damaging healthy cells or tissue.

Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition

Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition is a durable star atlas for planning sessions, identifying targets, and teaching celestial navigation.

UCF develops the world’s first optical oscilloscope

A team from UCF created an optical oscilloscope that can measure the electric field of light, allowing for faster data transmission in fiber optic communications. The device converts light oscillations into electrical signals at speeds of up to gigahertz frequencies.

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

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Novel quantum effect discovered in naturally occurring graphene

Researchers have found a way to stabilize the novel quantum effect in graphene at room temperature, which could lead to breakthroughs in data storage and computer components. The discovery was made using standard microfabrication techniques and showed that the material can generate its own magnetic field.

Scientists first to achieve Wannier-Stark localization in polycrystals

Researchers from Paderborn University and Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research have successfully demonstrated Wannier-Stark localization in polycrystalline substances. This achievement marks a significant step towards developing affordable optical modulators with broad applications in telecommunications and other fields.

Physicists make square droplets and liquid lattices

Researchers at Aalto University created unexpected droplet shapes, including squares and hexagons, by disrupting thermodynamic equilibrium with electric fields. The liquids formed into interconnected lattices and torus shapes, stable for a controlled duration.

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

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Physicists describe sun's electric field

Researchers calculate sun's electric field distribution, revealing its impact on solar wind acceleration. The study provides new insights into the sun's interaction with charged particles and their effect on Earth's activities.

Microspheres quiver when shocked

Researchers at Columbia and Northwestern universities have developed a method to induce oscillations in micro-particles using DC electric fields. This motion could be used to develop microrobots with capabilities rivaling those of living organisms.