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PinMicrowave-to-optics transduction: Research demonstrates readout technique for superconducting qubitsIn Physicson 21 February 20253 min readby Rigetti Computing Inc. Joint research demonstrating the ability to readout superconducting qubits with an optical transducer was published in...
PinTests on sunglasses show deficiencies in protection against ultraviolet raysIn Healthon 21 February 202513 min readSolar ultraviolet radiation is one of the causes of a series of eye diseases, including cataracts and a type of...
PinAI system accurately maps urban green spaces, exposing environmental dividesIn Earthon 20 February 20254 min readA research team led by Rumi Chunara—an NYU associate professor with appointments in both the Tandon School of Engineering and...
PinGiant X-ray facility shows that magnets can reduce flaws in 3D printed componentsIn Techon 20 February 202514 min readSafety critical components for aircraft and Formula 1 racing cars could one day be 3D printed via a new technique,...
PinTopological quantum processor uses Majorana zero modes for fault-tolerant computingIn Physicson 20 February 20254 min readIn a leap forward for quantum computing, a Microsoft team led by UC Santa Barbara physicists on Wednesday unveiled an...
PinHybrid transparent electrodes enhance efficiency and longevity of perovskite solar cellsIn Techon 20 February 20257 min readBifacial perovskite solar cells are known for their ability to harness sunlight from both sides. Researchers from the Indian Institute...
PinInsights into evolutionary dynamics: Study reveals the evolution of evolvabilityIn Biologyon 21 February 20252 min readA new study by researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Biology (MPI-EB) sheds fresh light on one of...
PinHurricane-proofed downtown skyscrapers unexpectedly vulnerable to ‘bouncing’ windsIn Techon 21 February 202510 min readHouston, we have a problem. The “Space City” boasts 50 buildings over 150 meters tall. These were designed to withstand...
PinConsumption of fruit, coffee, chocolate and wine may reduce risk of metabolic syndrome by up to 23%In Healthon 20 February 20253 min readA diet rich in produce such as grapes, strawberries, açaí, oranges, chocolate, wine and coffee can reduce the risk of...
PinFlickers and flares: JWST reveals Milky Way’s central black hole constantly bubbles with lightIn Spaceon 20 February 20255 min readThe supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way appears to be having a party—and it is weird,...
PinHow mosquitoes hear may inspire new ways to detect natural disastersIn Biologyon 20 February 20254 min readOne of nature’s most disliked creatures may very well unlock a breakthrough in disaster response. A multidisciplinary Purdue University research...
PinRestricting flavored e-cigarettes cuts vaping rates but raises smoking rates for young adults, study findsIn Healthon 20 February 20257 min readIn recent years, vaping has become popular as an alternative to traditional cigarettes. Flavored electronic cigarettes—known as e-cigarettes—have become so...