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Geomagnetic fields reveal the truth behind Biblical narratives

A joint study by TAU and Hebrew University accurately dated 21 destruction layers at 17 archaeological sites in Israel, using geomagnetic field reconstruction. The new data verify Biblical accounts of Egyptian, Aramean, Assyrian, and Babylonian military campaigns against the Kingdoms of Israel and Judah.

SourceTel-Aviv University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateOct 24, 2022

Physicists use ‘electron correlations’ to control topological materials

Researchers from Rice University and European institutions developed a method to switch on and off topological states in a strongly correlated metal using magnetic fields. The strong electron interactions enable the material to be controlled, which could lead to new applications in sensor technology and electronics.

SourceRice University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 11, 2022
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Tiny animal hairs could act as sensitive compass needles

Research by Kirill Kavokin found that around 100 hair cells in an animal's inner ear can act as effective biological compass needles, allowing them to detect the magnetic field. This discovery could bring biologists closer to understanding the origins of magnetoreception and identifying mechanisms responsible.

SourceSpringer·JournalThe European Physical Journal Special Topics·DateSep 26, 2022

NUS scientists develop novel technique to grow meat in the lab using magnetic field

Researchers at NUS have developed a method to produce cell-based meat using magnetic pulses, reducing reliance on animal products and increasing efficiency. This technology has the potential to revolutionize the food industry and improve regenerative medicine by stimulating the growth of healthy cells.

SourceNational University of Singapore·JournalBiomaterials·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 25, 2022

Divide and conquer

Researchers from the Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences developed a novel time-resolved NMR method to study complex chemical processes. The method combines time-resolved diffusion NMR and time-resolved nonuniform sampling, allowing for detailed studies with high resolution and real-time monitoring.

SourceInstitute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateSep 21, 2022

Magnetic field enhances generation of synthetic biogas

A magnetic field enhances the production of synthetic biogas from agricultural waste by promoting cell proliferation and glycolysis. The study found a 44.71% increase in methane production with a specific concentration of TiO2-FNi and magnetic field.

SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalEnergy·DateSep 20, 2022
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Physicists generate new nanoscale spin waves

Researchers at Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg have successfully generated non-linear spin waves with half-integer multiples of the excitation frequency, a key finding for spintronics applications.

SourceMartin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 15, 2022

Scientists reveal magnetic reconnection details triggering filament eruption

A research team has revealed the details of magnetic reconnection between a solar filament and an emerging field, leading to its partial eruption. The study shows that plasmoid instabilities occur during reconnection, suggesting other parameters are also crucial for triggering filament eruptions.

SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal·DateSep 6, 2022

Less risk, less costs: Portable spectroscopy devices could soon become real

Researchers at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz have developed a new method for detecting alcohols using zero- to ultralow-field nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) combined with the SABRE-Relay hyperpolarization technique. This innovative approach enables measurements without strong magnetic fields, reducing device size and potential ...

SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalScience Advances·DateSep 1, 2022

Keeping bulk magnesium diboride superconducting at higher current densities

Researchers at Shibaura Institute of Technology developed an optimized recipe to retain superconductivity in bulk MgB2 by enhancing its critical current density. By combining sintering conditions with controlled addition of nanometer-sized amorphous boron and dysprosium oxide, the team achieved a superior critical current density.

SourceShibaura Institute of Technology·JournalAdvanced Engineering Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 1, 2022
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With superconducting diodes, scholars advance work toward ultra-efficient quantum electronic devices

Researchers have demonstrated a prominent superconducting diode effect in a single two-dimensional superconductor using graphene. This breakthrough has significant implications for the study of complex physical behavior in twisted tri-layer graphene and could form the basis for ultra-efficient lossless quantum electronic devices.

SourceBrown University·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 30, 2022

Elemental research: Scientists apply boron to tungsten components in fusion facilities

Researchers at Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory have successfully applied boron powder to tungsten components in tokamaks, improving plasma confinement and reducing the risk of edge-localized modes. The innovative approach uses a PPPL-developed powder dropper to deposit boron coatings while minimizing disruptions to the magnetic field.

SourceDOE/Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory·JournalNuclear Fusion·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 30, 2022

First experimental demonstration of antiskyrmions

Magnetic antiskyrmions are stabilized in magnetic crystals and exhibit unique properties. The Forschungszentrum Juelich team successfully demonstrated the existence of these objects through high-resolution electron microscopy and advanced simulations.

SourceForschungszentrum Juelich·JournalNature Physics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateAug 25, 2022

Antiferromagnetic hybrids achieve important functionality for spintronic applications

Researchers have successfully achieved efficient spin injection and transport in antiferromagnetic hybrids, paving the way for room-temperature spintronics devices. The study, led by Igor Barsukov at UC Riverside, shows promise for ultra-fast and energy-efficient information storage and processing.

SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalPhysical Review Research·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 23, 2022
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Swarms of microrobots could be solution to unblocking medical devices in body

Researchers have developed magnetic microrobotics to remove deposits in shunts, common internal medical devices used to treat various conditions. The swarm of hundreds of microrobots can be moved along the tube to scrape away sediment, clearing the device without surgery.

SourceUniversity of Essex·JournalIEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 18, 2022

Advanced material will allow to move heavy objects in harsh environments

Researchers have improved a magnetostrictive material that can withstand extremely low temperatures and is suitable for use in space. The compound, which includes terbium and iron, exhibits high magnetostriction values even at liquid nitrogen temperatures, making it ideal for controlling the position of space telescopes.

SourceUral Federal University·JournalJournal of Alloys and Compounds·DateAug 18, 2022
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Urban sites such as Berkeley and Brooklyn have their individual magnetic pulse

A multidisciplinary study uses magnetometers to investigate the magnetic fields of metropolitan areas, finding that each city has a distinct magnetic signature. This unique characteristic can be exploited to analyze anomalies in city operation and long-term trends of urban development.

SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalJournal of Applied Physics·DateJul 26, 2022

How did Earth avoid a Mars-like fate? Ancient rocks hold clues

New paleomagnetic research suggests the solid inner core formed around 550 million years ago and restored Earth's magnetic field. The study provides clues about planetary evolution, habitability, and the potential for life on other planets.

SourceUniversity of Rochester·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 25, 2022

Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology researchers improve the scanning capability of magnetic particle imaging systems used for medical imaging

Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology researchers have developed a rabbit-scale three-dimensional magnetic particle imaging system that can scan large volumes at high resolution. The system uses amplitude modulation to minimize peripheral nerve stimulation while maintaining high image quality.

SourceGIST (Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology)·JournalIEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 21, 2022
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Deformable pump gives soft robots a heart

A team of researchers from Cornell University has developed a deformable pump for soft robots, mimicking the human heart's functionality. The pump uses hydrodynamic and magnetic forces to provide soft robots with a circulatory system, allowing them to store energy and power their movements more efficiently.

SourceCornell University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJul 15, 2022

Astrophysicists prove neutrinos originate from Blazars

A team of scientists led by Clemson University's Marco Ajello has provided conclusive evidence that astrophysical neutrinos come from blazars, which are powerful black holes. This breakthrough resolves the long-standing question about the origin of high-energy cosmic rays.

SourceClemson University·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal Letters·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 14, 2022
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Wireless activation of targeted brain circuits in less than one second

Researchers from Rice University, Duke University, Brown University and Baylor College of Medicine developed a magnetic technology to wirelessly control neural circuits in fruit flies. They used genetic engineering to express heat-sensitive ion channels in neurons that control the behavior, and iron nanoparticles to activate the channels.

SourceRice University·JournalNature Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 14, 2022

Terahertz topological on-chip metadevices

Researchers developed topological membrane metadevices for on-chip terahertz wave manipulations, showcasing robust single-mode manipulation and valley-locked edge states. This breakthrough enables the development of a robust platform for terahertz on-chip communication, sensing, and multiplexing systems.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics·DateJul 13, 2022

A four-stroke engine for atoms

Scientists have found a new phenomenon where an atomic switch has to be switched back and forth four times to return to its original state. The spin of gadolinium atoms performs one full rotation during this process. This discovery opens up possibilities for material physics and could potentially be used to store information.

SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 6, 2022
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Discovery could inspire new way to detect brain abnormalities

Researchers developed a laser-based diamond sensor that can measure magnetic fields up to 10 times more precisely than standard techniques. This innovation could help improve on existing magnetic-field sensing techniques for mapping brain activity to identify disorders.

SourceRMIT University·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 5, 2022

Shapeshifting microrobots can brush and floss teeth

Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania have developed a hands-free system that uses shapeshifting microrobots to brush, floss and treat teeth. The microrobots use magnetic fields to conform to different shapes and release antimicrobials to kill oral bacteria.

SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania·JournalACS Nano·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 5, 2022

Bone formation comes down to the nanowire

A KAUST-developed nanotechnology platform uses tiny iron wires that bend in response to magnetic fields to accelerate bone cell formation. Bone-forming stem cells grown on the moving substrate transform into mature bone much faster than usual, potentially paving the way for more efficient regeneration of bone.

SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalJournal of Nanobiotechnology·DateJul 3, 2022
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Seismic waves from earthquakes reveal changes in the Earth’s outer core

Researchers have discovered changes in the Earth's outer core, which are responsible for generating the magnetic field. According to Zhou's findings, a one-second discrepancy in SKS wave travel time indicates the formation of low-density regions with light elements such as hydrogen and oxygen.

SourceVirginia Tech·JournalCommunications Earth & Environment·DateJun 24, 2022

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.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalPhysical Review X·DateJun 21, 2022

Astronomers find evidence for most powerful pulsar in distant galaxy

Scientists have found evidence for a young and extremely powerful neutron star, dubbed VT 1137-0337, in a dwarf galaxy 395 million light-years from Earth. The pulsar is thought to be as young as 14 years old and has the strongest magnetic field of any known object.

SourceNational Radio Astronomy Observatory·TypeObservational study·DateJun 15, 2022
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Wandering star disrupts stellar nursery

A Northwestern University-led team of astrophysicists observed a star-forming cloud and discovered a twisted magnetic field that suggests the formation of a binary star system. The researchers believe a previously hidden sibling star may be responsible for the twisted field, which shifted the dynamics of the cloud to form a new star.

SourceNorthwestern University·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal·TypeObservational study·DateJun 13, 2022

Earth’s magnetic poles not likely to flip: study

Researchers analyzed burnt artifacts, volcanic samples, and sediment cores to recreate the Earth's magnetic field over 9,000 years. Their new modeling technique predicts that the South Atlantic Anomaly will disappear within 300 years, ruling out an impending polarity reversal.

SourceLund University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJun 7, 2022

Grain boundaries go with the flow

A team of researchers from Rice University has modeled the dynamics of grain boundaries in polycrystalline materials using a rotating magnetic field technique. The study shows that grain boundaries can change readily in response to shear stress, and voids in these structures can act as sources and sinks for their movement.

SourceRice University·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 3, 2022
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Study reveals nature of five-coordinated aluminum on γ-Al2O3 surface

Researchers used ultrahigh-field NMR spectroscopy to study the structure of Al(V) on γ-Al2O3. They found flexible structural features and hydroxyl groups that can be removed under high-temperature dehydration, leading to surface reconstruction. Most Al(V) species aggregate into domains rather than forming tetragonal pyramids.

SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalACS Central Science·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateJun 1, 2022

The Sun is spinning round again

An international team developed a new theoretical model that solves part of the 'solar problem' by considering the Sun's rotation and magnetic fields. The results reproduce the concentration of helium and lithium in the Sun's outer layers, providing insights into stellar physics.

SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalNature Astronomy·TypeNews article·DateMay 31, 2022

Surprising turbulence

Researchers at HZDR simulated liquid metal flow behavior and found that turbulence under certain conditions leads to reduced heat transport. This finding has implications for battery technology and our understanding of the Earth's core.

SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 20, 2022
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Development of an innovative hydrogen liquefaction technology

Researchers have developed a magnetic refrigeration system capable of operating at extremely low temperatures to liquefy hydrogen, achieving higher efficiency than current vapor-compression refrigerators. The technology has the potential to dramatically reduce hydrogen supply costs, making it feasible for widespread adoption.

SourceNational Institute for Materials Science, Japan·JournalApplied Physics Express·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 17, 2022

Remote programming of cardiac implantable devices is safe for MRI scan

Researchers at the University of Missouri-Columbia have developed a novel approach to reprogramming cardiac implantable devices during MRI scans remotely. This technology has shown safe and effective results, saving time and money by eliminating the need for device representatives or on-site personnel.

SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalJournal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology·TypeMeta-analysis·DateMay 4, 2022
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New theory explains mystery behind fast magnetic reconnection

Researchers at Dartmouth College have developed a new theoretical description of how the Hall effect determines the efficiency of magnetic reconnection. The study reveals that the Hall effect suppresses energy conversion from magnetic fields to plasma particles, enabling rapid energy release and explosive magnetic explosions in space.

SourceDartmouth College·JournalCommunications Physics·DateApr 28, 2022

Discovery of the one-way superconductor, thought to be impossible

Scientists at Delft University of Technology have discovered one-way superconductivity using 2D quantum materials, enabling superconducting computing and reducing energy loss. This breakthrough could lead to faster electronics, greener IT systems, and significant energy savings.

SourceDelft University of Technology·JournalNature·DateApr 27, 2022
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Electronic skin anticipates and perceives touch from different directions for the first time

Researchers from Chemnitz University of Technology and Leibniz IFW Dresden create a new approach for miniaturizing soft sensor units with integrated artificial hairs. They successfully integrate the 3D magnetic field sensors with magnetically rooted fine hairs into an artificial e-skin, enabling precise spatial arrangement and mass pro...

SourceChemnitz University of Technology·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 27, 2022

New “micro-rocker” bots are powered by a single electromagnetic coil

Researchers at Georgia Institute of Technology have developed micro-rocker bots that can move precisely on a solid surface using a single electromagnetic coil. The robots, about the size of a particle of dust, are controlled by a magnetic field generated by the coil and can perform well-controlled movement with selectable direction.

SourceGeorgia Institute of Technology·JournalJournal of Micro-Bio Robotics·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 20, 2022

Modeling Earth's magnetosphere in the laboratory

Researchers develop experimental platform to study mini-magnetospheres, observing effects of magnetic field on magnetopause and bow shocks. The platform combines Large Plasma Device with lasers and magnetic dipoles, allowing for controlled variation of parameters.

SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalPhysics of Plasmas·DateApr 12, 2022
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Scientists find ‘knob’ to control magnetic behavior in quantum material

Researchers at Penn State and UC San Diego found a new method to tune the magnetic properties of manganese bismuth telluride, enabling efficient control of lossless electrical currents. The discovery uses phonons to modify the magnetic bonding between layers, potentially leading to ultra-fast devices with reduced energy waste.

SourcePenn State·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 12, 2022

On the edge

Researchers at Hebrew University have discovered a new magnetic phenomenon called edge magnetism, where materials only retain magnetism on their edge. This discovery could revolutionize the production of spintronics devices, enabling the creation of ultra-thin wire magnets with curved shapes.

SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·JournalNano Letters·TypeObservational study·DateApr 12, 2022

SwRI scientists connect the dots between Galilean moon, auroral emissions on Jupiter

SwRI scientists studied particle population and auroral emissions on Jupiter, confirming a decade-old theory that electrons accelerated in both directions create the multi-spot dance of auroral footprints. The research also provided insights into the interaction between Ganymede's magnetic field and Jupiter's massive magnetosphere.

SourceSouthwest Research Institute·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·DateApr 5, 2022
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Scientists solve solar secret

Researchers have solved a key part of the coronal heating problem by merging two previous theories into one. The study used six-dimensional supercomputer simulations to show how turbulence creates magnetic waves that heat the gas in the Sun's atmosphere.

SourceUniversity of Otago·JournalNature Astronomy·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 24, 2022