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Read article: Physicists entangle qubits in a semiconductor at room temperature Ultrafast science Research update Physicists entangle qubits in a semiconductor at room temperature In addition to quantum-computing applications, the system could be used as an in vivo biological sensor
Read article: Cyborg roses become transistors and logic gates Transport properties Research update Cyborg roses become transistors and logic gates Conductive polymer turns living plants into electronic devices
Read article: Satellite sensor unexpectedly detects waves in upper atmosphere Imaging Research update Satellite sensor unexpectedly detects waves in upper atmosphere Observations reveal secrets of atmospheric circulation and gravitational disturbances
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