Articles tagged with Experimental Physics
Researchers at TRIUMF's IRIS group have discovered an unexpected deformation in the nucleus of helium-8, which challenges current understanding of nuclear shell dynamics. The study provides a unique energy fingerprint of the reaction products, revealing a significant deformation in the arrangement of outer neutrons.
Researchers at Stanford University have developed a new device that brings sound to quantum science experiments, opening up new possibilities for studying solids and phases of matter. The device uses a precise cavity to hold an optical lattice of atoms, which vibrates at around 1 kHz, producing phonons - the building blocks of sound.
An international research team has measured neutron form factors with previously unattained precision, filling a blank space on the map. The new data provides a more comprehensive picture of the neutron's size and lifetime, and reveals oscillating patterns in its form factor.
Researchers at the University of Groningen have successfully trapped molecules of strontium fluoride, setting a new record for molecular trapping. This achievement is significant because it allows scientists to investigate the fundamental laws of the universe, including the asymmetry between matter and anti-matter.
The BICEP3 experiment has ruled out several popular inflation models, including some motivated by string theory. The findings suggest that the correct model will be slightly more complicated than those ruled out, but still offer a wide range of viable alternatives.
GSI/FAIR researchers aim to study properties of hypernuclei, which could shed light on neutron star phenomena. The WASA detector will help determine binding energy and lifetimes with higher detection efficiency.
Researchers at Skoltech extend the adiabatic theorem to finite temperatures, ensuring more stable quantum dynamics. The findings have significant implications for next-generation quantum devices and computing.
Brookhaven Lab particle physicist Kétévi Assamagan has been elected as an APS Fellow for his significant contributions to the Standard Model Higgs boson research. He is also recognized for leading physics outreach programs, including founding the African School of Fundamental Physics and Applications.
New research reveals that a layer of 'hot', electrically conductive ice could be responsible for generating the magnetic fields of ice giant planets. The study found two forms of superionic ice, one of which may exist in the interiors of Uranus and Neptune.
Researchers at Indiana University have made the world's most precise measurement of a neutron's lifetime, improving upon previous measurements by more than two-fold. The study provides new insights into the nature of the universe, including the possibility of dark matter and the formation of atomic nuclei.
Researchers have classified magnetic materials using a unified description, solving a longstanding problem. The new system provides a complete mathematical characterization of magnetic structures and has implications for quantum applications.
Researchers discovered ultrafast coupled atomic vibrations in few-layer hexagonal boron nitride, resulting in a frequency down-shift of the optical phonons. The study also reveals a nonlinear optical effect that can be induced by moderate power light, holding potential for optoelectronic applications.
An international team of researchers has made the world's most precise measurement of the neutron's lifetime, which may help answer questions about the early universe. The results represent a more than two-fold improvement over previous measurements, with an uncertainty of less than one-tenth of a percent.
The latest results from the RHIC Spin Program provide new insights into the contribution of quarks and gluons to a proton's spin. Researchers at Brookhaven Lab have made significant progress in studying the three-dimensional internal structure of protons using collisions of spin-polarized protons at the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider ...
An international team of scientists, led by Professor Owen Long, explored supersymmetry as an extension of the Standard Model. They conducted experiments at the Large Hadron Collider and found no signs of supersymmetric particles, but their null result is still a significant scientific progress.
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 from Skoltech and the University of Southampton created an all-optical lattice that houses polaritons, quasiparticles with half-light and half-matter properties. They demonstrated breakthrough results for condensed matter physics and flatband engineering.
The 2021 Fall Meeting of the APS Division of Nuclear Physics presents cutting-edge research on nuclear astrophysics, quantum technology, and rare isotopes. Researchers will discuss breakthroughs such as the most precise measurement of neutron lifetime and novel experiments measuring neutron skin in calcium.
Researchers investigate light smashups to create new physics beyond the Standard Model, building on previous discoveries that matter can be generated from light. The study reveals implications for understanding primordial plasma and the strong force.
A new experimental method tracks the motion of fibers instead of particles to reveal previously hidden information about turbulent flows. The researchers developed an innovative solution using rigid fibers, which allowed them to measure the speed and direction of flow at two points a fixed distance apart.
Researchers created indenene, a topological quantum material with a triangular honeycomb structure, which exhibits robust properties and doesn't require ultra-low temperatures to manifest its characteristics. This design improvement enables the growth of perfect films suitable for device nanofabrication.
A City University of Hong Kong physicist has observed the first unpaired singular Weyl magnetic monopole in a specific kind of single crystalline solid, defying the Nielsen-Ninomiya no-go theorem. The discovery opens up new avenues for understanding bulk topological properties and potential applications in spintronics.
Physicists have successfully tested the theory of generalized hydrodynamics in one-dimensional gases, demonstrating its accuracy in simulating out-of-equilibrium quantum systems. This breakthrough could greatly simplify the study of such systems and eventually inform the development of quantum-based technologies.
Researchers from Tokyo University of Science developed a self-powered diaper sensor that monitors urine sugar levels, providing an alternative biomarker for blood sugar monitoring. The sensor uses a biofuel cell powered by glucose in the urine, detecting sugar levels within 1 second and simplifying caretaking tasks.
Researchers create transistors with an ultra-thin metal gate grown as part of the semiconductor crystal, eliminating oxidation scattering. This design improves device performance in high-frequency applications, quantum computing, and qubit applications.
Researchers at the University of Innsbruck have successfully generated a two-dimensional supersolid quantum gas, a phenomenon previously observed only in one dimension. This breakthrough enables the study of vortices forming in the hole between droplets, furthering our understanding of superfluidity and its properties.
Researchers at DESY create a table-top electron camera that captures the inner, ultrafast dynamics of matter by shooting short bunches of electrons at a sample. The system uses Terahertz radiation for pulse compression and is validated with the investigation of a silicon sample.
Physicists have established a fundamental limitation of light confinement in nano-scale systems, with a critical dimension threshold of around 250nm. This discovery has implications for various fields such as material science and quantum technologies.
Researchers at NIST have created a quantum crystal sensor that can measure electric fields with unprecedented sensitivity, potentially revolutionizing dark matter detection. By entangling the mechanical motion and electronic properties of tiny ions, the sensor can detect subtle vibrations caused by dark matter particles.
Researchers explore joining topological insulators with magnetic materials to achieve quantum anomalous Hall effect, promising building blocks for low-power electronics. The 'cocktail' approach allows tuning of both magnetism and topology in individual materials, enabling operation closer to room temperature.
Exciton-polaritons exhibit non-linear effects, including Bose-Einstein condensation and polariton lasing without occupation inversion. The study reveals energy-degenerate parametric scattering of polaritons and opens up new avenues for research on multi-level polariton systems.
Researchers at the University of Innsbruck develop new method to assess influence of dielectric materials on charged particles in ion traps, enabling more accurate design and minimization of noise in quantum computers. The breakthrough improves understanding of sources of error in ion trap quantum computing.
Researchers investigate the limits of quantum theory in describing an observer's experience, leading to a 'no-go theorem' for the persistent reality of Wigner's friend perception. The study challenges traditional assumptions about the nature of reality and raises questions about the reliability of an observer's predictions.
Researchers have successfully created a three-layered graphene structure that exhibits more robust superconductivity at higher temperatures than double-stacked graphene. The system allows for tuning of superconductivity by adjusting an externally applied electric field.
Researchers discovered that complex oscillations in quantum systems decay over time into a simple Gaussian distribution, driven by interactions. The Vienna group created a synthetic Bose-Einstein condensate to study phonon dynamics, which eventually lost complexity and followed the Gaussian shape.
The MOLLER experiment aims to precisely measure the electron's weak charge, providing a stringent test of the Standard Model. With a projected five times better precision than previous experiments, this measurement could uncover new physics at high masses.
Researchers at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz engineered a system of magnetic whirls to form a regularly ordered state, akin to crystalization in two dimensions. This breakthrough demonstrates the emergence of a hexatic phase, exhibiting properties similar to hard discs.
The NSF has awarded a $20 million grant to create an AI Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Fundamental Interactions, a cross-discipline collaboration between 20 physicists and seven AI experts from top universities. The institute will explore the use of AI in fundamental physics and apply physics principles to improve AI methods.
Researchers from University of Cincinnati and Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory failed to detect sterile neutrinos in twin experiments, increasing doubts about their existence. The study's findings suggest that sterile neutrinos might not be responsible for previously observed anomalies.
Researchers at University of Göttingen use femtochemistry to film and control chemical reactions on solid surfaces. They successfully transfer principle from molecules to a solid, controlling its crystal structure with high efficiency.
Physicists at Heidelberg University have developed a new method to identify effective theories in many-body systems using quantum simulators. The approach allows for the efficient description of complex systems and has been demonstrated experimentally with ultracold rubidium atoms.
Researchers at MSU are working on a $3.7M project to create more accurate models of scientific phenomena using Bayesian statistics and machine learning. The team aims to improve the characterization and reduction of uncertainties in nuclear processes, making it easier for scientists to design experiments and allocate resources.
Researchers from HSE University developed an algorithm called Allen, which processes data from the LHCb detector using a farm of GPUs. This approach increases processing speeds up to 40 Tbit/s and reduces costs compared to traditional CPU-based systems.
A new method for creating digital replicas of rock samples is being developed by geoscience researchers at the University of Texas at Austin. This technique allows scientists to learn about rock samples without touching them and can be used to calculate important rock properties such as permeability and electrical conductivity.
The researchers have demonstrated a world record for the largest spectral, color-tuning range from an atomically thin quantum system. By stretching the material, they induced mechanical expansion of the quantum source, resulting in dramatic tuning range of colors emitted by quantum light.
Researchers from Argonne National Laboratory and CERN studied the neutron-shell structure of a nucleus with fewer protons than lead and more neutrons than 126, revealing new insights into heavy element formation. This study informs models of stellar events and the early universe.
Researchers have developed a graphene system that combines superconducting, insulating, and ferromagnetic properties, enabling new physics experiments and potential applications in quantum computing. The device was created using an ultrathin trilayer graphene structure with boron nitride layers.
FSU physicists suggest a new, short-lived particle may be responsible for the rare decay of Kaon particles, defying the standard model of physics. Researchers in Japan are conducting further data runs to confirm the observation, which could potentially reveal new insights into fundamental forces.
Researchers from JMU have successfully demonstrated the existence of spin centers in boron nitride crystals, exhibiting magnetic dipole moments and optical properties. This discovery paves the way for developing artificial two-dimensional crystals with tailored properties.
Researchers at KOTO reported four rare kaon decays, violating a theoretical connection between charged and neutral kaon decays. The findings could force physicists to modify the standard model if confirmed by further experiments.
By combining pump-probe measurements with theoretical simulations, researchers can now observe the energy flow in acetone at a key energy window between closely related states. This synergy of experimental and theoretical methods provides new insights into light-matter interactions and molecular dynamics.
Researchers at Cornell University found that traditional lab models hinder student engagement, while inquiry-based labs promote active learning and ownership over experiments. Exam scores remained the same, but inquiry-based labs improved student attitudes toward experimentation and scientific thinking.
For the first time, physicists have experimentally demonstrated that certain systems with interacting entities can synchronize only if the entities within the system are different from one another. Researchers found that identical entities naturally behave identically until they start interacting and then identified scenarios in which ...
Water molecules behave differently on bismuth telluride compared to conventional metals, repelling each other and remaining isolated on the surface. This discovery is significant as it suggests an advantage in applications exposed to typical environmental conditions.
Researchers found that impurities swept away in deeper water decrease in size with surface elasticity, while counterflows cancel out fluid movement. In shallow water, the boundary becomes blurred, revealing new processes in well-studied physics experiments.
Researchers at Rutgers University have discovered a new kind of magnetic state in ultra-thin iridium-nickel interfaces, challenging theories on quantum materials. The findings could lead to greater manipulation of quantum materials and deeper understanding of the quantum state for novel electronics.
Researchers propose and validate a novel experimental approach to study matter interactions and novel states of matter. They successfully implement a lattice gauge theory using ultracold gas of atoms manipulated by lasers.
Researchers at Graz University of Technology have manipulated ferromagnetic material properties on an electrical field oscillation scale, preserving quantum mechanical wave nature. This breakthrough accelerates technological miniaturization and opens new perspectives for applications in magnetism and electron spin.
Researchers have successfully demonstrated a new method for verifying quantum entanglement in six-photon systems, achieving high confidence levels with low experimental runs. This breakthrough could move the field of quantum technologies forward by making large-scale quantum systems more feasible.
Researchers at IQOQI have developed a new method for quantum simulation that uses a programmable ion trap quantum computer with 20 quantum bits. This allows for complex simulations to be performed efficiently and accurately.