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Quantum Spin Model Made From Nanographene Molecules

Empa, Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 09:00:20 EST

Empa researchers from the nanotech@surfaces laboratory have experimentally recreated another fundamental theoretical model from quantum physics, which goes back to the Nobel Prize laureate Werner Heisenberg. The basis for the successful experiment was a kind of "quantum Lego" made of tiny carbon molecules known as nanographenes.

An extreme mission, Chulalongkorn researchers travel to the Antarctic To Investigate the Impacts of Global Warming and Microplastic Waste

Chulalongkorn University — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 08:55:09 EST

Prof. Dr. Suchana Chavanich, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University journeys to the Antarctic to survey th...

Material's 'Incipient' Property Could Jumpstart Fast, Low-Power Electronics

Penn State Materials Research Institute — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 08:40:12 EST

Scientists at Penn State have harnessed a unique property called incipient ferroelectricity to create a new type of computer memory that could revolutionize how electronic devices work, such as using much less energy and operating in extreme environments like outer space.

Breaking Free from Dependence on Rare Resources! A Domestic High-Performance Permanent Magnet Emerges!

National Research Council of Science and Technology — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 00:00:31 EST

The Nano Materials Research Division at the Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS), led by Dr. Tae-Hoon Kim and Dr. Jung-Goo Lee, has successfully developed a groundbreaking grain boundary diffusion process that enables the fabrication of high-performance permanent magnets without the use of expensive heavy rare earth elements. This pioneering technology, marks the world's first achievement in this field.

'Nanodot' Control Could Fine-Tune Light for Sharper Displays, Quantum Computing

Penn State Materials Research Institute — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 21:05:37 EST

Newly achieved precise control over light emitted from incredibly tiny sources, a few nanometers in size, embedded in two-dimensional (2D) materials could lead to remarkably high-resolution monitors and advances in ultra-fast quantum computing, according to an international team led by researchers at Penn State and Universite Paris-Saclay.

Penn State to Establish New Advanced Semiconductor Lab

Penn State Materials Research Institute — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 20:15:36 EST

Penn State researchers aim to enhance the University's research and development capabilities in next-generation semiconductor technology thanks to $4.3 million in infrastructure funding and in-kind support through the University's membership in MMEC, a consortium of regional partners focused on microelectronics research and development. The funding from MMEC, part of a broader initiative under the Department of Defense Microelectronics Commons effort under the federal CHIPS Act, will help the University establish an advanced lab for semiconductor thin films and device research in the Materials Research Institute's (MRI) facilities in the Millennium Science Complex at University Park.

Inverted Pyramid Sensor: Paving the Way for Next-Gen Magnetic Sensing

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 09:55:11 EST

A team of researchers has developed a pioneering 3-axis Hall-effect magnetic sensor based on an inverted pyramid structure. This innovative design offers significant advancements in both sensitivity and offset reduction, positioning it as a promising solution for applications requiring precise and reliable magnetic field detection in automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics.

Topological Beaming of Light: A New Approach to Precision Beam Shaping

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 09:05:56 EST

A novel approach to optical beam shaping based on topological physics effect experimentally demonstrated for the first time. By fabricating thin-film dielectric structures with precisely engineered properties, this new technique allows systematic control over beam profiles as opposed to conventional approaches involving tedious numerical optimization procedures.

KRISS Develops Energy Filter Technology to Stabilize Single-Electron Qubits

National Research Council of Science and Technology — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 06:30:27 EST

The Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS, President: Dr. Lee Ho Seong) has developed a technology that controls the energy of single electrons in the desired form.

Quantum-Inspired Cameras Capture the Start of Life

University of Adelaide — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 05:40:22 EST

Researchers at the University of Adelaide have performed the first imaging of embryos using cameras designed for quantum measurements. The University's Centre of Light for Life academics investigated how to best use ultrasensitive camera technology, including the latest generation of cameras that can count individual packets of light energy at each pixel, for life sciences.

Bridging Centuries of Science: Prof. Jean Salencon Explores the History of Plasticity Theory at CityUHK

Hong Kong Institute for Advanced Study, City University of Hong Kong — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 06:15:44 EST

In February 2025, the Hong Kong Institute for Advanced Study (HKIAS) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) welcomed Professor Jean Salencon, a distinguished scholar in continuum mechanics and an HKIAS Senior Fellow. During his visit, he delivered an engaging HKIAS Distinguished Lecture, guiding the audience through the historical developments of a theory that continues to shape modern engineering.

Climate-Driven Model Transfer of Crop Classification Boosts Global Crop Mapping

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 06:10:36 EST

In a pioneering study, researchers from China Agricultural University have introduced ClimID-UDA, an unsupervised domain adaptation method that uses climate indicators to significantly improve crop classification across regions and years. By correcting spectral discrepancies in satellite image time series (SITS), the method enhances the accuracy of crop mapping without requiring ground truth from new regions, offering a scalable solution for global agricultural monitoring.

Opening a New Chapter in 3D Microprinting with the Dream Material 'MXene'!

National Research Council of Science and Technology — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 00:00:44 EST

Dr. Seol's team at KERI achieves a printing resolution about 1/100th the thickness of a human hair By eliminating the use of additives (binders) and post-processing, obstacles in the utilization of MXene, improvements in battery performance are expected.

Study: Nearly 40% of Companies Missed or Abandoned 2020 Climate Targets with No Consequences

University of California, Berkeley Haas School of Business — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 21:00:04 EST

When a company misses an earnings target, it usually faces some backlash: a drop in stock prices, negative headlines, and sometimes even CEO turnover.

Scientists Discover New Heavy-Metal Molecule 'Berkelocene'

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 11:00:11 EST

Scientists have discovered "berkelocene," the first organometallic molecule to be characterized containing the heavy element berkelium. The breakthrough disrupts long-held theories about the chemistry of the elements that follow uranium in the periodic table.

'Fishial' Recognition: Neural Network Identifies Coral Reef Sounds

American Institute of Physics (AIP) — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 11:00:00 EST

In JASA, researchers from Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution combine acoustic monitoring with a neural network to identify fish activity on coral reefs by sound. They trained the network to sort through the deluge of acoustic data automatically, analyzing audio recordings in real time. Their algorithm can match the accuracy of human experts in deciphering acoustical trends on a reef, but it can do so more than 25 times faster, and it could change the way ocean monitoring and research is conducted.

ETRI Develops Core Network Technology for 6G Hyper-Immersive Services

National Research Council of Science and Technology — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:00:58 EST

Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) has developed the key solutions required for hyper-immersive, high-precision services. The research team announced that they developed a network stack technology tailored to the end-to-end network performance and successfully validated the technology by demonstrating a remote conference without delay.

Fusion for the Future: Nuclear Lab Plays Key Role in Testing a Crucial Technology

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 18:15:27 EST

A cutting-edge project to test "fusion blanket" technologies is taking shape, with the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) leading the charge to create a critical component of a fusion reactor. This work is part of the Department of Energy's (DOE) $107 million funding award to six research centers called Fusion Innovative Research Engine (FIRE) collaboratives.

The Course of Liquid Metal-Based Flexible 3D Integrated Circuits Never Runs Smooth

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 09:15:46 EST

This study explores liquid metal-based flexible three-dimensional integrated circuits (3D ICs), highlighting their exceptional conductivity, stretchability, and biocompatibility. By leveraging 3D printing and advanced fabrication methods, researchers achieve high-resolution, scalable circuits for wearable and biomedical applications.

Wireless Ingestible Capsule Detects 'Leaky Gut' in Real-Time

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 08:45:30 EST

A team of researchers has unveiled a revolutionary ingestible bioimpedance sensing device capable of continuously and non-invasively monitoring the integrity of gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal barriers. This pioneering technology overcomes a major limitation in current diagnostic tools, which cannot assess the condition of mucosal tight junctions beyond the esophagus.

Generative AI Drones Guard Aging Tunnels, Enhancing Safety & Efficiency

National Research Council of Science and Technology — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 08:00:28 EST

Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology (President Sun Kyu, Park) has developed 'Generative AI-Based Inspection Technology' to safely construct and maintain urban underground highways.

Scientists Identify Key Gene Enhancing Citrus Survival in Cold Climates

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:25:30 EST

A pioneering study has uncovered the role of a key gene, PtrPAT1, in boosting cold tolerance in citrus plants by regulating the accumulation of glycine betaine (GB).

Development of 'Transparent Stretchable Substrate' Without Image Distortion Could Revolutionize Next-Generation Displays

National Research Council of Science and Technology — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 06:00:06 EST

A research team led by Dr. Jeong Gon Son of the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) and Professor Yongtaek Hong of Seoul National University has developed a nanostructure-aligned stretchable substrate that dramatically lowers the Poisson's ratio.

The Two Faces of Liquid Water

University of California San Diego — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 05:00:49 EST

Scientists from UC San Diego have uncovered a key finding to one of water's unique properties: at high pressure and low temperature, liquid water separates into two distinct liquid phases -- one high-density and one low-density.

KIST Develops High-Performance Sensor Based on Two-Dimensional Semiconductor

National Research Council of Science and Technology — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 00:00:40 EST

Do Kyung Hwang (Post-Silicon Semiconductor Institute, KIST; KU-KIST Graduate School, KIST School) and Dr. Min-Chul Park (Post-Silicon Semiconductor Institute, KIST; Korea University, and Yonsei University), along with their joint research team at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST, President Sang-Rok Oh), have successfully developed an innovative electrode material called Conductive-Bridge Interlayer Contact (CBIC), enabling the realization of a 2D semiconductor-based image sensor with high optical signal efficiency.