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Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.

Thin films “dance” with substrates that are no longer inert

Physicists at the University of California San Diego discovered that substrates are not inert when subjected to electrical stimulus, instead coupling with thin film. This finding has implications for building brain-inspired computer chips needed for energy-efficient computing.

SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 27, 2026

Quantum sensing microscope illuminates transistor design

Researchers created a single-spin quantum microscope to observe magnetic states in atomically thin devices, introducing a conceptual shift in how magnetic transistors can be engineered. The device achieved an electrical on/off ratio of a million percent and a magnetic on/off ratio of 3000 percent.

SourceBoston College·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 20, 2026

A new route to electrically controlled helimagnetic structures

Researchers demonstrate reversible switching of helimagnetic order by manipulating the polarity of an electric current under an applied magnetic field. The study provides a principle for controlling complex magnetic order using electric currents, advancing fundamental understanding of helimagnets.

SourceInstitute of Science Tokyo·JournalCommunications Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 9, 2026

A black hole theory comes to life in the lab

Scientists at CUNY ASRC successfully amplify electromagnetic waves by simulating ultrafast rotation, recreating Penrose-Zel'dovich process. This breakthrough enables experimental studies of extreme rotational dynamics and opens new avenues for wireless communications and optics applications.

SourceAdvanced Science Research Center, GC/CUNY·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 8, 2026
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A magnetic field that kills superconductivity can also bring it back

Researchers at RIKEN CEMS created a thin conducting layer at oxide interface and observed reentrant superconductivity, where superconductivity disappears then re-emerges under increased magnetic field. This phenomenon provides new platform for investigating unconventional forms of superconductivity and quantum mechanisms.

SourceRIKEN·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 24, 2026

Toward power-generating displays: a single device that harvests and emits light

Researchers have developed a single device that can harvest light and emit bright visible light, achieving high efficiency in both power conversion and electroluminescence. The device uses a novel organic semiconductor material with controlled energy flow, enabling it to operate at standard lithium-ion battery voltages.

SourceInstitute of Science Tokyo·JournalAdvanced Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 21, 2026

Superconductivity that shouldn’t exist?

Researchers from ISTA have explained the unusual superconducting behavior of UTe2, a material that exhibits zero electrical resistance under specific magnetic field conditions. By studying magnetic fluctuations, they revealed a new mechanism behind reentrant superconductivity, shedding light on this enigmatic phenomenon.

SourceInstitute of Science and Technology Austria·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 29, 2026
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Terahertz microscope reveals the motion of superconducting electrons

Physicists have developed a new terahertz microscope that allows them to observe quantum vibrations in superconducting materials for the first time. The microscope enables researchers to study properties that could lead to room-temperature superconductors and identify materials that emit and receive terahertz radiation.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature·DateFeb 4, 2026

Microelectronics: Researchers identify parent compound for chiral materials

Physicists at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg have discovered a precursor for electronically chiral materials, which could pave the way for uniform chirality in thin layers. These materials could provide a solution to modern microelectronics' size and efficiency limitations.

SourceMartin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 29, 2026

Anything-goes “anyons” may be at the root of surprising quantum experiments

Theoretical physicists at MIT propose that under certain conditions, magnetic material’s electrons could form quasiparticles called “anyons” that can flow together without friction. If confirmed, it would introduce a new form of superconductivity persisting in the presence of magnetism.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateDec 22, 2025

Study finds that tweaked synthetic polymers boost conductivity

Researchers at University of Illinois have developed polymers that exhibit enhanced conductivity due to controlled chirality and chemical doping. The study found that structural chirality boosts the chemical reaction controlling doping in polymers, leading to higher conductivity.

SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 25, 2025
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When electrons sing in harmony — and sense the shape of their home

Researchers at Max Planck Institute discovered quantum coherence and interference patterns in CsV₃Sb₅, defying single-particle physics expectations. The crystal's geometry influences the collective quantum behavior of electrons, potentially leading to new materials with tunable resonance.

SourceMax Planck Institute for the Structure and Dynamics of Matter·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 29, 2025

Novel method for controlling faraday rotation in conductive polymers

Scientists at the University of Tsukuba have created a novel method to control Faraday rotation in conductive polymers by modulating polarons through electrochemistry and magnetic fields. This breakthrough has promising applications in magnetic field sensors and optical communication devices.

SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalMolecular Crystals and Liquid Crystals·DateOct 3, 2025

Achieving low resistance and high performance in MTJs using high-entropy oxides

Researchers developed a high-entropy oxide tunnel barrier for MTJs, demonstrating stronger perpendicular magnetization and lower electrical resistance. This breakthrough may lead to smaller, faster, and more efficient hard disk drives and magnetoresistive random access memory devices.

SourceNational Institute for Materials Science, Japan·JournalMaterials Today·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 9, 2025

SwRI expands antenna testing capabilities with spherical near-field range

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has introduced a new indoor antenna measurement range that enables comprehensive 3D radiation pattern data collection for all antenna types. The spherical near-field range offers improved flexibility and accuracy, overcoming size, angle, regulatory, and weather limitations.

SourceSouthwest Research Institute·DateJul 29, 2025
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Bagged: Skyrmions

A team of researchers developed a reliable method to create donut-like, topologically rich spin textures called skyrmion bags in thin ferromagnetic films. The success rate of generating such textures using single laser pulses is significantly higher than magnetic-field-driven approaches.

SourceMax Born Institute for Nonlinear Optics and Short Pulse Spectroscopy (MBI)·JournalAdvanced Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 28, 2025

A new theory explaining oscillations in tunnel magnetoresistance (TMR)

Researchers at NIMS developed a new theory explaining the oscillation of tunnel magnetoresistance (TMR) with changes in insulating barrier thickness. The theory resolves a long-standing mystery, providing insights into achieving even higher TMR ratios for enhanced magnetic memory and sensor applications.

SourceNational Institute for Materials Science, Japan·JournalPhysical Review B·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 14, 2025

Modeling electric response of materials, a million atoms at a time

Researchers developed a machine learning framework that can predict how materials respond to electric fields up to a million atoms, accelerating simulations beyond quantum mechanical methods. This allows for accurate, large-scale simulations of material responses to various external stimuli.

SourceHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 9, 2025
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Magnetism in new exotic material opens the way for robust quantum computers

Researchers have developed a new type of exotic quantum material that can maintain its quantum properties when exposed to external disturbances, paving the way for robust quantum computers. The breakthrough uses magnetism to create stability, making it an important step towards realising practical topological quantum computing.

SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 4, 2025

New microscope reveals heat flow in materials for green energy

Scientists have developed a new microscope that accurately measures directional heat flow in materials. This advancement can lead to better designs for electronic devices and energy systems, with potential applications in faster computers, more efficient solar panels, and batteries.

SourceTechnical University of Denmark·JournalScience Advances·DateMay 8, 2025

Physicists develop new method to visualize magnetic nanostructures with high resolution

Researchers at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg have developed a new method to visualize magnetic nanostructures with a resolution of around 70 nanometres. This breakthrough enables the analysis of spintronic components and has significant implications for energy-efficient storage technologies.

SourceMartin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg·JournalACS Nano·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 20, 2024

Constriction junction, do you function?

Scientists from Brookhaven National Laboratory have developed a new type of qubit that can be easily manufactured without sacrificing performance. The constriction junction architecture offers a simpler alternative to traditional SIS junctions, using a thin superconducting wire instead of an insulating layer.

SourceDOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory·JournalPhysical Review A·DateSep 18, 2024

Paving the way to extremely fast, compact computer memory

The layered multiferroic material nickel iodide (NiI2) has been found to have greater magnetoelectric coupling than any known material of its kind, making it a prime candidate for technology advances. This property could enable the creation of magnetic computer memories that are compact, energy-efficient and can be stored and retrieved...

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 17, 2024
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New method developed to control quantum bound states in superconducting device

Researchers successfully controlled Andreev bound states in bilayer graphene-based Josephson junctions using gate voltage, observing changes in real-time and confirming theoretical predictions. The discovery enables adjustment of energy levels, opening potential for diverse applications.

SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJul 1, 2024

Breakthrough research uncovers hidden phenomena in ultra-clean quantum materials

Researchers have discovered unusual transport phenomena in ultra-clean SrVO3 samples, contradicting long-standing scientific consensus. The study's findings challenge theoretical models of electron correlation effects and offer insights into the behavior of transparent metals.

SourcePaul-Drude-Institut fur Festkorperelektronik Leibniz-Institut im Forschungsverbund Berlin eV·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 24, 2024

Automated calculation of surface properties in crystals

Scientists create high-throughput automation to calculate surface properties of crystalline materials using established laws of physics. This accelerates the search for relevant materials for applications in energy conversion, production, and storage.

SourceUniversity of Oldenburg·Journalnpj Computational Materials·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 28, 2024

Magnetic revolution: New soft magnetic materials for a high-frequency future

Researchers from Songshan Lake Materials Laboratory have developed amorphous soft magnetic composites with improved properties for use in next-generation electronics. The critical state approach enables the creation of strong yet efficient magnetic materials, paving the way for more efficient power transmission and storage.

SourceSongshan Lake Materials Laboratory·JournalMaterials Futures·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 5, 2024
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

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Generative model unveils secrets of material disorder

Scientists at National University of Singapore developed a hybrid generative machine learning model to explore structural disorders in complex materials. The model unveiled pathways to material disorder, shedding light on factors affecting piezoelectric response. It also found evidence that domain boundaries maximize entropy.

SourceNational University of Singapore·JournalScience Advances·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 3, 2023

One-atom-thick ribbons could improve batteries, solar cells and sensors

The researchers created nanoribbons made of phosphorus and tiny amounts of arsenic, which were able to conduct electricity at high temperatures. The arsenic-phosphorus ribbons have also turned out to be magnetic, opening up possibilities for quantum computers.

SourceUniversity College London·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 21, 2023
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Physicists find unusual waves in nickel-based magnet

Researchers found that two outermost electrons from each nickel ion behaved differently, cancelling each other out in a phenomenon called a spin singlet. This led to the discovery of two families of propagating waves at dramatically different energies, contradicting expectations of local excitations.

SourceRice University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 18, 2023

Towards a new antenna paradigm with waveform-selective metasurfaces

A team of researchers from Nagoya Institute of Technology introduced a new system using metasurfaces to create waveform-based selectivity in antennas. They demonstrated that their antenna design could selectively receive and transmit signals with different waveforms at the same frequency.

SourceNagoya Institute of Technology·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 27, 2023
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

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Long-range information transport in antiferromagnets

Scientists at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz have developed a new class of materials for transporting spin waves over long distances in antiferromagnets. This breakthrough could significantly increase computing speed and reduce waste heat in microelectronic devices.

SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 6, 2022

Heat-proof chaotic carbides could revolutionize aerospace technology

Scientists at Duke University have engineered materials capable of producing tunable plasmonic properties while withstand extremely high temperatures. The new high-entropy carbides can achieve improved communications and thermal regulation in aerospace technologies, including satellites and hypersonic aircraft.

SourceDuke University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 11, 2022

Graphene gets enhanced by flashing

Rice University researchers have developed a customizing method for producing doped graphene with tailored structures and electronic states. The doping process adds elements to the 2D carbon matrix, making it suitable for use in nanodevices such as fuel cells and batteries.

SourceRice University·JournalACS Nano·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 31, 2022

After 70 years, advanced carbon-based magnetic material finally synthesized

Osaka University researchers have successfully synthesized a stable, crystalline nanographene with predicted magnetic properties, opening the door to revolutionary advances in electronics and magnets. The breakthrough uses a simplified model system called triangulene, which has long been elusive due to polymerization issues.

SourceOsaka University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 15, 2021
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

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Ultrafast electronic control of magnetic anisotropy by mid-infrared light

A team of researchers from Osaka University and international partners used intense mid-infrared laser pulses to alter magnetic anisotropy in a weak ferromagnet. They found that electronic excitation, rather than lattice heating, was responsible for the ultrafast change, enabling faster spintronics devices. This breakthrough has signif...

SourceOsaka University·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 1, 2021

Rice physicists find 'magnon' origins in 2D magnet

Researchers found that spin-orbit coupling induces asymmetric interactions between electrons in chromium triiodide, affecting its topological excitations. This discovery could exist in other 2D van der Waals magnets and has implications for spintronics.

SourceRice University·JournalPhysical Review X·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 1, 2021

Using bioinspired microvasculature to control material properties

The researchers created a new vascular metamaterial that can be reconfigured to modify its thermal and electromagnetic properties. The microvasculature is made using 3D printing technologies, allowing engineers to create networks of tiny tubes in various shapes and sizes.

SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalAdvanced Materials Technologies·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 17, 2021

Metamaterials research challenges fundamental limits in photonics

Researchers at Cornell University propose a new way to modulate metamaterials' absorptive and refractive qualities in real-time, increasing their effectiveness. This breakthrough could lead to the development of new metamaterials with improved wave absorption and scattering properties.

SourceCornell University·JournalOptica·DateAug 10, 2021
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

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Helium, a little atom for big physics

Researchers have developed methods to calculate the QED correction of helium to the 7th power series, which are the most accurate results to date. Precision measurements of helium atoms also have a broad impact on various important studies, including determining the radius of helium nuclei and calculating polarizability.

SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·DateSep 28, 2020