Scientists have suggested a surprising connection between the nematic behavior of a superconductor in a magnetic field and its spiral-like groundstate in the absence of the field. Their theory could not only explain recent experiments on twisted bilayer graphene at the so-called magic angle, but would also point to potential applications in topological quantum computing.
Sep 15th, 2021
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Researchers found a way to grow crystal islands that could halve the time and cost of some science experiments that can take on average between several hours to many days and can cost between $5,000 and $50,000.
Sep 15th, 2021
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Researchers have conceived and realized a new quantum material: 'Indenene'. Consisting of a single layer of the chemical element Indium, indenene enriches the family of the so-called topological insulators.
Sep 14th, 2021
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Unplanned 2D material discovery could lead to future pivotal discoveries in batteries, fuel cells, devices for converting heat to electricity and more.
Sep 14th, 2021
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Researchers are taking a new look at chromium oxides, magnetic chemical compounds once used to coat the surfaces of cassette and video tapes.
Sep 14th, 2021
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Scientists review recent progress in the study of Salvinia leaves and their artificial replicas.
Sep 14th, 2021
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Researchers have developed a new, simple approach for generating terahertz radiation. Strong optical laser pulses enable terahertz electromagnetic fields to be generated directly at a specific point.
Sep 14th, 2021
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Researchers developed a methodology of electron-microscopy-based atom recognition statistic to directly identify the activity origin of Pt/Al2O3 industrial reforming catalyst through atom-by-atom counting of over 18,000 Pt atoms.
Sep 14th, 2021
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By confining the transport of electrons and ions in a patterned thin film, scientists find a way to potentially enhance material properties for design of next-generation electronics.
Sep 13th, 2021
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A 2D nanomaterial consisting of organic molecules linked to metal atoms in a specific atomic-scale geometry shows non-trivial electronic and magnetic properties due to strong interactions between its electrons.
Sep 13th, 2021
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Scientists developed a compact nanolaser based on a photonic crystal waveguide with super-high efficiency. The device is a photonic structure and is notable for its small size compared to its counterparts.
Sep 10th, 2021
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Researchers have created a paste of titanium dioxide and resonant silicon nanoparticles that will increase the generation of photocurrent in perovskite solar cells and maximize their efficiency.
Sep 10th, 2021
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DARPA has announced its selection of eight industry and university research teams to support the Science of Atomic Vapors for New Technologies (SAVaNT) program that kicked off this week.
Sep 10th, 2021
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Researchers have discovered a self-healing mechanism within a type of ceramics, called MAX phases.
Sep 10th, 2021
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A study explains the physics behind reflective microscale concave interfaces - structures that reflect light in fascinating ways.
Sep 10th, 2021
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For over past couple decades, manipulating materials at the nanoscale to develop efficient catalysts for various applications, including water treatment, has been the gold standard in the field. But a new study goes even smaller - down to a single atom, the theoretical limit in material downsizing.
Sep 10th, 2021
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