Researchers have identified cerium zirconium oxide as a clear, 3D realization of a rare quantum spin liquid, featuring emergent photons and fractionalized spin excitations. This discovery validates decades of theoretical predictions and has significant implications for next-generation technologies.
SourceRice University·JournalNature Physics·DateJun 23, 2025
Scientists at Northwestern University and Purdue University have discovered that quantum interference can suppress the annihilation of photoexcitations, allowing for more efficient tools like solar cells. By controlling the quantum phases of photoexcitations, researchers hope to create new devices with high-density mobilities.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalNature Chemistry·DateJun 21, 2023