Breaking down unsolvable problems into solvable ones

Markus Wallerberger and Anna Kauch. Credit: Vienna University of Technology In physics, one often has to deal with different scales that can be described separately from one another: For the…

Quantum lidar prototype acquires real-time 3D images while fully submerged underwater

Researchers developed a lidar system that uses quantum detection technology that can capture 3D images while submerged underwater. They demonstrated the system by using it to capture a 3D image…

After a Walkabout, a Transfer Student Finds Her Footing in Physics

BYLINE: Mike Lucas Newswise — Brianna Romasky’s college journey veered off the beaten path on a quest of self-discovery and finding her passion, which happens to involve physics. Romasky, who…

A blueprint for a quantum computer in reverse gear

Light amplification by stimulated emission from electrically driven colloidal quantum dots finally achieved

Zhaodi Pan seeks to uncover the oldest mysteries of the universe

Newswise — The universe began 13.8 billion years ago, but scientists are still striving to understand its origin. Zhaodi Pan, a fellow at the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National…

Quantum-Enhanced Microscope Doubles Resolution

Newswise — Using a “spooky” phenomenon of quantum physics, Caltech researchers have discovered a way to double the resolution of light microscopes. The journal Nature Communications has published a paper…

JSA Awards $558K for Initiatives Fund Program for FY2023

Newswise — WASHINGTON, DC – Jefferson Sciences Associates (JSA) has announced the award of $558,060 through its JSA Initiatives Fund Program. The program supports projects by staff and scientific users…

Quantum entanglement of photons doubles microscope resolution

The quantum microscopy by coincidence (QMC) apparatus. Credit: Caltech Using a “spooky” phenomenon of quantum physics, Caltech researchers have discovered a way to double the resolution of light microscopes. In…

Silver Nanoparticles Unlock Thermoelectric Power

Newswise — HOUSTON – Numerous high-functioning thermoelectric substances were found during the previous twenty years, but their potential has remained unrealized due to the absence of efficient mechanisms to convert the…