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Researchers invent new way to stretch diamond for better quantum bits

By 'stretching' thin films of diamond, researchers created quantum bits that can operate with significantly reduced equipment and expense. The change also makes the bits easier to control.

Dec 1st, 2023

Harvesting more solar energy with supercrystals

To obtain hydrogen with the help of solar energy, researchers have developed new high-performance nanostructures. The material holds a world record for green hydrogen production with sunlight.

Dec 1st, 2023

Molecular PicoRulers for high-resolution microscopy

Scientists present a groundbreaking advance for the world of high-resolution fluorescence microscopy.The innovative method enables researchers for the first time to use biomolecules as molecular rulers to calibrate the latest super-resolution microscopy methods, which have a resolution of just a few nanometres.

Dec 1st, 2023

Photonic chip that 'fits together like Lego'

A new semiconductor architecture that integrates traditional electronics with photonic, or light, components could have application in advanced radar, satellites, wireless networks and 6G telecommunications - and provide a pathway for a local semiconductor industry.

Dec 1st, 2023

2D material reshapes 3D electronics for AI hardware

Researchers demonstrated monolithic 3D integration of layered 2D material into novel processing hardware for artificial intelligence (AI) computing. They envision that their new approach will not only provide a material-level solution for fully integrating many functions into a single, small electronic chip, but also pave the way for advanced AI computing.

Dec 1st, 2023

Applying semiconductor manufacturing principles to optoelectronic devices

A new method to prepare palladium diselenide for use in optoelectronic transistors.

Nov 29th, 2023

The chip that makes calculations with light

Optical wireless may no longer have any obstacles. A new study has made it possible to create photonic chips that mathematically calculate the optimal shape of light to best pass through any environment, even one that is unknown or changing over time.

Nov 29th, 2023

Bidding adieu to sticky ice, but with a grain of salt

New research explores how contaminants like salt and alcohol in ice affect its adhesion to surfaces, revealing that impure ice is less sticky under certain conditions and offering insights for innovative winterization techniques.

Nov 29th, 2023

Researchers develop first-of-its-kind woven material made entirely from flexible organic crystals

Time-tested weaving techniques are utilized to create a remarkably strong, flexible and temperature-resistant fabric with a range of potential applications.

Nov 28th, 2023

A new way to see the activity inside a living cell

Using fluorescent labels that switch on and off, scientists can study how molecules in a cell interact to control the cell's behavior.

Nov 28th, 2023

The secret life of an electromagnon

Scientists have revealed how lattice vibrations and spins talk to each other in a hybrid excitation known as an electromagnon. Understanding this fundamental process at the atomic level opens the door to ultrafast control of magnetism with light.

Nov 28th, 2023

Graphene's thermal properties may not be as revolutionary as previously thought.

Researchers, using a four-phonon scattering theory, have predicted that graphene's thermal conductivity is lower than previously believed, challenging the notion that it surpasses diamond in this regard.

Nov 28th, 2023

Nanodiamonds block tumor metastasis in mice

A promising new therapeutic approach using engineered nanoparticles called carboxyl nanodiamonds has shown dramatic success blocking tumor metastasis in preclinical tests, raising hopes for future clinical impact. Research demonstrates this novel treatment's ability to suppress multiple key steps underlying cancer spread.