Physics Breakthrough: Thomson Effect Theory Proven in Real Experiment Researchers in Japan observed the transverse Thomson effect for the very first time, a thermoelectric phenomenon predicted by Lord Kelvin in 1843. This groundbreaking discovery marks a significant milestone in the field of physics, validating a theory that has remained unproven for 174 years. The experiment, […]
World’s first quantum light factory chip built on standard semiconductor tech
World’s First Quantum Light Factory Chip: A Game-Changer in Semiconductor Technology In a leap toward practical quantum systems, researchers from Boston University, UC Berkeley, and Northwestern have achieved a groundbreaking milestone by developing the world’s first quantum light factory chip using standard semiconductor technology. This remarkable advancement marks a significant step forward in the field […]
Physicists control dark excitons using lasers and magnetism to store quantum states
Physicists Control Dark Excitons Using Lasers and Magnetism to Store Quantum States Researchers at the University of Innsbruck, along with those at Dortmund, Bayreuth, and Linz universities, have made groundbreaking strides in the field of quantum physics. Their recent discovery involves the manipulation of dark excitons using a combination of lasers and magnetism to store […]
Researchers teach robot dog to hurl objects like a human
ETH Zurich’s ANYmal is a four-legged robot built for autonomous operation in some of the most challenging terrains. Recently, a team of researchers at ETH Zurich have taken the capabilities of ANYmal to the next level by teaching it to hurl objects just like a human would. This groundbreaking development opens up a world of […]
Breakthrough system turns fossil fuels into plastics and medicine using only light
Breakthrough System Turns Fossil Fuels into Plastics and Medicine Using Only Light A research team from Colorado State University has developed a groundbreaking method to transform fossil fuels into valuable products like plastics and medicine, solely using light. This innovative approach not only addresses the environmental concerns associated with fossil fuel usage but also opens […]
Next-gen robots get brain-like navigation to run for days using 90% less power
Next-gen robots get brain-like navigation to run for days using 90% less power QUT Centre for Robotics researchers have developed a new robot navigation system. Locational Encoding with Aligned Semantic Projections (LEAP) allows robots to navigate their surroundings with unprecedented efficiency, akin to the way the human brain processes information. This groundbreaking technology promises to […]
20,000-year-old whale bone tools change narrative about Ice Age humans
20,000-Year-Old Whale Bone Tools Change Narrative About Ice Age Humans A groundbreaking new study has shattered previous conceptions about Paleolithic humans, proving they exploited marine resources far earlier than previously believed. The discovery of 20,000-year-old whale bone tools on the Mediterranean island of Crete has opened up a new realm of possibilities in our understanding […]
Powerful supercomputer maps world’s largest magnetic turbulence in the galaxy
Powerful Supercomputer Maps World’s Largest Magnetic Turbulence in the Galaxy Turbulence is ubiquitous — from coffee cups to ocean waves and bumpy flights. And this natural phenomenon is not limited to our immediate surroundings; it extends far beyond, even to the vast reaches of the galaxy. Recently, a powerful supercomputer has made significant strides in […]
108-million-year-old bone shatters beliefs, reveals echidna ancestors lived in water
Ancient Bone Shatters Beliefs: Echidna Ancestors Lived in Water Scientists have quasi-solved a longstanding mystery surrounding the origins of platypus and echidnas, the strangest and most unique creatures in the animal kingdom. Recent findings have unearthed a 108-million-year-old bone that challenges previous beliefs and sheds light on the evolutionary history of these fascinating monotremes. The […]
Trapped in time: 16-million-year-old amber reveals dirt ants once ruled Caribbean
Trapped in Time: 16-Million-Year-Old Amber Reveals Dirt Ants Once Ruled Caribbean Paleontologists have unearthed an ancient dirt ant trapped in 16-million-year-old amber from the Dominican Republic. This remarkable discovery sheds light on a time when these tiny creatures roamed the Caribbean, showcasing the intricate history of the region’s biodiversity. The amber, dating back millions of […]