Physics

In a remarkable leap for precision measurement technologies, researchers from the Neutral Atom Optical Clocks Group at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), in collaboration with the University of Colorado and Pennsylvania State University, have unveiled a novel sub-recoil Sisyphus cooling technique. This innovative approach, discussed in a recent article published in Physical

The quest to uncover the underlying principles governing the cosmos has propelled researchers into the intricate realms of theoretical physics. Among the frontiers explored are concepts such as string theory, loop quantum gravity, and quantum geometry. A pivotal revelation emerging from this exploration is the generalized uncertainty principle (GUP), a theory that challenges classical notions

Quantum technology has witnessed monumental advancements in recent years, particularly in the realms of quantum computing, simulation, and sensing. A groundbreaking study by the Institute for Molecular Science has made significant strides in this area by exploring quantum entanglement in ultrafast quantum simulators that utilize Rydberg atoms. This research, published in *Physical Review Letters* on

In the continually evolving field of quantum computing, researchers are on the lookout for novel materials and mechanisms that could lead to practical implementations of fault-tolerant quantum systems. A recent breakthrough has emerged from a collaborative research effort that unveiled the world’s first multiple Majorana zero modes (MZMs) situated within a single vortex of the

The quantum domain offers an intriguing playground for scientists, where fascinating states of matter can arise from the interplay of various quantum states. These phenomena, which are often imperceptible in classical systems, enable the creation of macroscopic states featuring unusual quantum excitations unique to their specific configurations. Researchers are now exploring the frontiers of this

Moiré superlattices, formed by precisely aligning two layers of two-dimensional materials at a small twist angle, have captivated the attention of physicists due to the vast array of unexplored physical phenomena these structures can reveal. The unique geometrical and electronic characteristics of moiré materials allow for the emergence of exotic phases of matter, which are