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Researchers at Osaka City University have found a way to fine-tune quantum resonance in layered structures of quantum dots, leading to improved charge transport and potential applications in solar cells. The breakthrough involves controlling the distance between quantum dot layers using short ligands and polyelectrolytes.
Researchers at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology have developed a floating laser resonator that breaks records in resonance enhancement. The device amplifies light power by an astonishing 10 million watts, equivalent to a large neighborhood's electricity consumption.
Researchers at KIST developed an energy harvester that can harness electric power from diverse frequencies through an automatic resonance tuning mechanism, significantly expanding the frequency range. This innovation enables a standalone power source for IoT devices and small electronics.
Penn State researchers discovered that adding background noise can enhance weak signals in manmade sensors, a phenomenon common in the animal world. This technique, known as stochastic resonance, can be used to detect other signals with low energy consumption and space requirements, making it suitable for deployment in IoT applications.
Researchers identified a new role for bi-directional connections in accelerating communication between brain regions. By creating loops, these connections can establish resonance and amplify signals, reducing the need for synchronization and increasing network efficiency.
Researchers at Kanazawa University developed a method to overcome constraints in high-sensitivity atomic force microscopy for photosensitive samples. By driving cantilevers with megahertz frequencies, they achieved stable control and imaging of surface topography and composition.
Researchers at Peter the Great Saint-Petersburg Polytechnic University discovered a new physical effect where mechanical oscillations can be excited only due to internal thermal resources. This phenomenon, called ballistic resonance, grows in amplitude over time and can resolve the Fermi-Pasta-Ulam-Tsingou paradox.
Researchers found a collective resonance in 11B that explains the mysterious β-delayed proton decay of the neutron halo ground state of 11Be. The resonance has features similar to a nearby proton emission channel, suggesting that it may be involved in a quasi-free decay process.
Researchers at POSTECH developed a variable color filter using metal-hydrogel-metal resonator structure and combined it with solar cells to create a self-powering humidity sensor. The sensor detects changes in surroundings by converting light's energy into electricity, making it suitable for use in IoT technology.
Scientists discovered a new phenomenon allowing for three-dimensional RI modification in transparent materials, enabling the fabrication of compact photonic devices. The technology has potential to significantly miniaturize 3D photonics circuits, increasing optical quantum computer capacity.
Scientists have observed quantum scattering resonances in NO+He inelastic collisions at temperatures ranging from 0.3 to 12.3 K. The study used high-resolution velocity map imaging technique and accurate quantum dynamics calculations, which are in excellent agreement with experimental results.
A team of researchers has discovered a connection between resonance and nonlinearity in swimming performance, revealing potential new bio-inspired propulsion strategies. By understanding the passive dynamics at play when vehicles move through air or water, they aim to enhance performance while reducing energy consumption.
Researchers at Shinshu University School of Medicine have developed a non-invasive method to predict intracranial pressure (ICP) by measuring the brain's natural resonance frequency (NRF). The NRF is strongly correlated with ICP, allowing for accurate predictions without inserting a catheter or sensor inside the skull.
A team of engineers at UNSW Sydney has successfully controlled the nucleus of a single atom using only electric fields, solving a problem that stood for over half a century. This breakthrough has major implications for the development of quantum computers and sensors, enabling precise control over individual atoms.
Physicists propose using ultra-high energy neutrinos to study interactions beyond the standard model, with a new resonance dubbed the 'Zee burst.' This detection could reveal exotic particles such as supersymmetric partners and heavy decaying dark matter.
Scientists have developed a new technique to study nanoscale chemical structures and local electronic states using tip-enhanced Raman spectroscopy. The method breaks the diffraction limit, allowing for high-resolution analysis of materials at the atomic scale.
Researchers successfully demonstrated resonant absorption of terahertz radiation in commercially available graphene, enabling faster internet and a safe replacement for X-ray body scans. The high electron mobility in graphene makes it a promising material for ultrafast photodetectors.
Researchers from the University of Konstanz and partners demonstrate a new technique for in-cell distance determination using RIDME, overcoming limitations of traditional methods such as DEER. This approach provides essential structural information about biomacromolecules under native conditions, enabling analysis without inserting or ...
Researchers propose dark matter scatters with each other like billiard balls to spread out evenly in small galaxies. This idea could solve the puzzle of why dark matter doesn't clump together as expected in bigger systems.
Researchers discovered a novel mechanism for high-quality optical resonators by exploiting the mutual destructive interference of two low-quality optical states. This allows for secure light trapping in various materials at small scales, enabling the creation of compact devices like sensors and filters.
Physicists have characterised higher energy levels reached by electrons in resonance with positronium ions, a complex three-particle system. The new model provides guidance for experimentalists to observe these resonant structures, potentially leading to breakthroughs in atomic and nuclear physics.
Researchers discovered coherent resonance and stochastic resonance in an excitable semiconductor superlattice, enabling faster detection of weak signals. This breakthrough can be used to extract information from noisy data, analyze astronomical observations, and process image signals.
Researchers found that even when participants couldn't identify a familiar voice, they still found it easier to understand than an unfamiliar voice. The study suggests that resonance is a critical acoustic feature for recognizing voices and improving understanding in noisy settings.
Researchers have demonstrated that noise can induce coherence resonance in nonlinear systems, allowing for the detection of weak signals without a reference signal. The results show promise for developing passive lock-in amplifiers with reduced integration times and operating range.
Dr. R. David Britt received the prestigious Zavoisky Award for his groundbreaking work on enzymes and electron paramagnetic resonance. He will receive a cash prize of €5,000 and deliver a lecture on solar energy.
New research reveals that infants have a strong preference for vocal sounds from their peers, even before they can babble. This discovery sheds light on how infants develop their understanding of spoken language, suggesting that access to infant speech plays a significant role in shaping their speech development.
Researchers suggest a cycle linking supercontinent formation to tidal energy, which controls ocean wave strength. Strong tidal energy fosters nutrient mixing, sustaining ocean life, while low tidal energy may lead to oxygen-starved oceans.
Researchers have developed a new approach to designing antennas that can construct devices with antennas up to 1,000 times smaller than current ones. This technology enables the creation of miniaturized antennas for cell phones and other wireless communication devices, opening up new possibilities in the biomedical field.
Researchers confirmed the orbit and temperature of TRAPPIST-1h, which orbits its star every 18.77 days and is frigidly cold. The discovery suggests that TRAPPIST-1h may have been habitable in the past, with a possible rotation period and activity level for its host star.
The researchers discovered that major biological signalling circuits can be made to resonate when driven at their resonant frequency, allowing for the control of cell signalling pathways. This method has potential relevance in the treatment of diseases and could guide the discovery of new therapeutic approaches.
Researchers found that American alligators use vocalizations to signal their body size, which is a common pattern also seen in birds and mammals. This acoustic cue allows individuals to avoid physical confrontations and ensures mating success.
A research group from India used Raman scattering to study the vibrational properties of heavily boron-doped diamond, revealing a Fano resonance that is sensitive to impurity band evolution with boron doping. The study aims to increase the superconducting transition temperature in boron-doped diamond.
Scientists at the University of California - San Diego designed a device that harnesses light to manipulate its mechanical properties. The device oscillates indefinitely using energy absorbed from light, enabling new applications in GPS, computers, and other devices.
A novel fault diagnosis method using resonance-based sparse signal decomposition and principal component analysis is proposed to diagnose early faults of rolling bearings. The experimental results show that the proposed method quickly discerns faulty elements, improving diagnostic accuracy.
Researchers developed a compact, high-powered magnet to generate strong magnetic fields for cyclotron resonance experiments. This breakthrough enables routine measurements on a tabletop in a laboratory environment, facilitating rapid progress in semiconductor device development.
A novel study reveals a method for controlling hot molecule reactions using precise temperature modulation and degree of bending. The researchers found that resonant energy positions decrease as molecular bending increases, affecting interaction likelihood with electrons.
Researchers analyze the Kepler-223 star system, finding a unique orbital configuration similar to that of Jupiter, Saturn, and Uranus. The study suggests that the four planets may have migrated through a disk, getting stuck and maintaining their current orbits, which differs from the formation process of Earth's inner planets.
Scientists encode chaos on a weak light signal using stochastic resonance in an optomechanical microresonator. The discovery could have implications for secure optical communications and high-performance sensing.
Researchers at NC State University have used 'Avatar' experiments to study locomotion and discovered that resonance tuning is a key mechanism behind springy leg behavior. By understanding how the nervous system interacts with the leg, they aim to design more efficient exoskeletons for humans.
Researchers at ETH Zurich developed a new type of acoustic imaging device that extracts contour information during measurement, creating detailed outline images of objects. The method uses evanescent waves and is useful for quickly recording relevant information about objects.
Researchers found a unique insight into megathrust earthquakes through GPS data and radar measurements. The study revealed a pulse-like rupture that occurred over six seconds, with an extremely fast rupture velocity of approximately 3.2km/s.
Researchers at the University of Chicago observed three exotic, gigantic molecules with a geometric scaling phenomenon, where one molecule is about 5 times larger than the previous one. The findings follow Vitaly Efimov's theoretical prediction in 1970 and demonstrate the power of quantum mechanics.
DWI-MRI predicts TIA patients who are at higher risk of disabling stroke, which can be prevented with immediate evaluation and treatment. Magnetic resonance imaging has changed the diagnosis of TIA from a time-based definition to a tissue-based one.
Physicists confirm existence of exotic dibaryon made up of six quarks, a complex particle that could open door to new physical phenomena. The discovery was made using the WASA-at-COSY collaboration and has been published in Physical Review Letters.
Researchers found that listeners can accurately determine the relative heights of speakers just by listening to them talk, thanks to specific sounds produced in the lower airways. The key clue lies in subglottal resonances, which become progressively lower with increasing height.
Astronomers Alice Quillen and her team developed a mathematical model to understand the movement of stars in the galactic bulge, finding that peanut-shell shaped orbits are consistent with observed effects. The new research aims to improve our understanding of galaxy formation and evolution.
Researchers found that young lizards' early meals significantly impact their lives, influencing dispersal, growth, and survival. A single meal also affects reproductive success two years later, highlighting the importance of fleeting moments in shaping individual and population evolution.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have created a novel, ultra-sensitive tool for chemical, DNA, and protein analysis using nanoscale Lycurgus cup arrays. The sensor boasts 100 times better sensitivity than existing devices, enabling low-cost, simple, and sensitive detection methods.
Using LCLS at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, researchers successfully stripped most electrons from xenon atoms, creating a highly charged state. This discovery could aid in studying extreme states of matter or avoiding damage in samples.
A study published in the American Journal of Physical Anthropology found that singing gibbons use the same vocal techniques as professional soprano singers. The research reveals a physiological similarity between gibbon and human voices, suggesting that complex vocal abilities evolved in humans were not due to unique modifications.
Scientists use Schumann Resonance technique to study planetary atmospheres, gaining insights into the solar system's composition and formation. By detecting electromagnetic waves from above, researchers can measure global density of volatiles like water, methane, and ammonia.
Researchers at PTB have successfully excited a quantum-mechanically strongly forbidden transition in a ytterbium ion, allowing for an optical clock with unprecedented accuracy. The resulting clock is exact to 17 digits after the decimal point, and the relative uncertainty of the Yb+ frequency was determined with 7 • 10-17.
Researchers developed a new pentrometer to measure apple crispness, improving accuracy and reducing errors in traditional sensory analysis methods. The study found significant correlations between the computerized penetrometer's data and expert panel ratings, demonstrating its potential for large-scale apple breeding programs.
A new model shows that stochastic resonance occurs when the potential has sufficiently steep walls, but breaks down otherwise. This phenomenon could contribute to improving image resolution and understanding of biological systems.
Researchers have detected Schumann resonance in space using the VEFI instrument aboard the C/NOFS satellite, finding waves of extremely low frequency that can be as low as 8 Hz. This discovery provides a new tool to study Earth's weather, electric environment, and atmospheric composition from above.
A study published in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology found that watching a person from a different race perform actions reduces implicit prejudice. By mimicking these movements, individuals can activate brain mechanisms contributing to empathy and lower their levels of prejudice.
Researchers at Georgia Tech propose using flexible wings driven by a simple sinusoidal flapping motion to mimic insect wing strokes. The study found that such wings can generate lift comparable to insects with more complex stroke regimes.
Researchers have developed a method to calculate precisely the correct type and level of noise to add, improving detection of precancerous lesions and reducing false positives by up to 36%.
Researchers used FRET to study GAT1 transporters and found correlations between oligomerization state and function. The results show the power of the FRET-based approach for distinguishing among distinct states of proteins.
Researchers at U-M have developed a lab-on-a-chip device that uses sound waves to drive experimental samples through the device. This innovation replaces traditional electromechanical valves with resonance cavities, amplifying specific musical notes to create air pressure controlling droplets.