Quantum computers have been making waves in the scientific community with their incredible potential to revolutionize various fields. In a recent breakthrough, researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) have successfully simulated higher-order topological (HOT) lattices with exceptional precision using digital quantum computers. These complex lattice structures hold immense promise in advancing our understanding
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In a groundbreaking research study, a collaborative team of scientists has uncovered the presence of multiple Majorana zero modes (MZMs) within a single vortex of the superconducting topological crystalline insulator SnTe. Led by Prof. Junwei Liu from HKUST and Prof. Jinfeng Jia and Prof. Yaoyi Li from SJTU, this discovery, recently published in Nature, holds
Static compression experiments are crucial in understanding the behavior of materials at extreme pressures. A recent paper published in the Journal of Applied Physics by an international team of scientists from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), Argonne National Laboratory, and Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron has introduced a new sample configuration that enhances the reliability of equation of
In the realm of materials science, topological materials are gaining significant attention due to their unique properties that stem from the knotted or twisted nature of their wavefunction. When these materials interact with their surroundings, the wavefunction must unwind, leading to the emergence of edge states. These edge states exhibit behavior distinct from the bulk
The study discussed in the original article revolves around a new approach to understanding the interactions between electrons and light, with potential applications in the development of quantum technologies and the exploration of new states of matter. While the topic is undeniably intriguing and important in the realm of quantum physics, there are several critical
Antimatter, a concept less than a century old, continues to intrigue physicists around the world. Recently, a team of international physicists at the Brookhaven National Lab in the US made a groundbreaking discovery by detecting the heaviest “anti-nuclei” ever seen. These exotic antimatter particles shed light on our current understanding of antimatter and its properties,
Quantum networks are a revolutionary technology that holds the promise of secure communication and ultra-fast computing capabilities. However, bringing quantum networks into the marketplace is not without its challenges. Engineers face the fragility of entangled states in fiber cables and the need to ensure efficient signal delivery. One company, Qunnect Inc. in Brooklyn, New York,
The recent discovery of a 3D quantum spin liquid in the langbeinite family of materials has sparked excitement in the scientific community. This unique finding sheds light on the behavior of magnetic interactions in specific crystalline structures, leading to the emergence of an island of liquidity within the material. An international team of researchers conducted
The field of particle physics is constantly evolving, with researchers like Professors Andreas Crivellin and Bruce Mellado uncovering deviations in the behavior of particles that may point to the existence of new bosons. These deviations, particularly in the decay of multi-lepton particles, challenge the predictions of the Standard Model and offer a glimpse into the
Semiconductor nanocrystals, also known as colloidal quantum dots (QDs), have opened up a world of possibilities in the realm of quantum effects and phenomena. While the theory of size-dependent quantum effects has been around for some time, it was not until the discovery of QDs that this theory was transformed into tangible nanodimensional objects. The