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When heat moves sideways
MnPS₃ shows an unexpectedly strong thermal Hall effect, challenging current theories of quantum heat transport
Improving precision in muon g-2 calculations
A model-independent approach reduces uncertainty in hadronic light-by-light scattering, strengthening Standard Model tests
How does quantum entanglement move between different particles?
New study reveals how quantum entanglement is transferred in ultrafast photoionisation experiments, offering us insights into how quantum information develops from microscopic to m...
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Diagnosing brain cancer without a biopsy
A black phosphorus-based system detects micro-RNA in aqueous humor, enabling safe diagnosis of Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
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5f electrons and the mystery of δ-plutonium
Scientists uncover the role of magnetic fluctuations in the counterintuitive behaviour of this rare plutonium phase
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Studying the role of the quantum environment in attosecond science
Researchers have developed a new way to model dephasing in attosecond experiments
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Characterising quantum many-body states
A team of researchers have developed a new method for characterising quantum properties of large systems using graph theory
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DNA as a molecular architect
A new model shows how programmable DNA strands control interactions between diverse colloidal particles
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The link between protein evolution and statistical physics
Protein evolution plays a key role in many biological processes that are essential for life – but what does it have to do with physics?
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Flexible electrodes for the future of light detection
By tuning the work function of PEDOT:PSS electrodes, researchers enhance photodetector efficiency and adaptability, advancing the future of optoelectronic systems
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Teaching machines to understand complexity
This research introduces a novel approach to uncovering structural variables in complex systems, reshaping how we model the unpredictable behaviour of the real world
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Using AI to find new particles at the LHC
The Standard Model of particle physics is a very well-tested theory that describes the fundamental particles and their interactions. However, it does have several key limitations. ...
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Making quantum computers more reliable
Using self-testing methods, scientists validate error-correcting codes on photonic and superconducting systems
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Quantum ferromagnets without the usual tricks: a new look at magnetic excitations
New research reveals how quantum effects in double-exchange ferromagnets drive unexpected magnetic behaviour
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Interface engineered ferromagnetism
Researchers enhance a 2D ferromagnetic material by layering with a topological insulator to reveal stronger, tuneable behaviour for next-generation quantum devices
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