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New benchmark helps solve the hardest quantum problems

From subatomic particles to complex molecules, quantum systems hold the key to understanding how the universe works. But there's a catch: when you try to model these systems, that complexity quickly spirals out of control—just ...

The neutron lifetime problem—and its possible solution

Neutrons are among the basic building blocks of matter. As long as they are part of a stable atomic nucleus, they can stay there for arbitrary periods of time. However, the situation is different for free neutrons: They decay—after ...

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Optics & Photonics
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General Physics
First coherent picture of an atomic nucleus made of quarks and gluons
Quantum Physics
Dual-species atomic arrays show promise for quantum error correction
Optics & Photonics
Janus-like metasurface technology shows different optical responses according to the direction of light
Optics & Photonics
Enhanced wavelength conversion paves the way for more efficient quantum information transfer
Condensed Matter
New light-induced material shows powerful potential for quantum applications
Plasma Physics
In a fusion device plasma, a steep ion temperature gradient slows the growth of magnetic islands
Condensed Matter
Researchers unveil pressure-tuned superconductivity in natural bulk heterostructure 6R-TaS₂
Condensed Matter
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Optics & Photonics
Multicolor persistent luminescent materials for dynamic optical anti-counterfeiting
General Physics
LIGO team enhances gravitational wave detection with squeezed light
Quantum Physics
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Optics & Photonics
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Scientists create an 'optical conveyor belt' for quasiparticles

Using interference between two lasers, a research group led by scientists from RIKEN and NTT Research have created an "optical conveyor belt" that can move polaritons—a type of light-matter hybrid particle—in semiconductor-based ...