Materials Science

Chalmers researchers develop platform to study nanoscale forces

Scientists at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have created a simple optical platform using gold flakes in salt water to visualize quantum and electrostatic forces at the nanoscale. These forces, described as 'nature's invisible glue,' bind tiny objects and could inform advancements in biosensors, medicines, and even galaxy formation. The technique reveals interactions through colorful light patterns observed under a microscope.

Auburn scientists create materials to control free electrons

Researchers at Auburn University have developed a new type of material that precisely controls free electrons, potentially revolutionizing quantum computing and chemical manufacturing. By immobilizing solvated electron precursors on stable surfaces, the team achieved tunable electron behavior. The findings were published in ACS Materials Letters.

Scientists uncover quantum effect in organic material for efficient solar power

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Researchers at the University of Cambridge have discovered a quantum phenomenon in an organic semiconductor, enabling highly efficient light-to-electricity conversion. This breakthrough, involving Mott-Hubbard behavior in the molecule P3TTM, could lead to simpler, cheaper solar panels made from a single material. The finding connects to foundational physics from a century ago and marks the 120th anniversary of physicist Sir Nevill Mott's birth.

Scientists develop technique to visualize atomic defects

Researchers at the University of Zurich have created a new method to image atomic-scale defects in materials using advanced electron microscopy and AI. This breakthrough, detailed in a study published on October 1, 2025, in Nature, promises to advance materials science. The technique reveals details previously invisible to scientists.

Scientists Invent Visible Time Crystals

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A team of physicists has created visible time crystals, a new state of matter that repeats in time rather than space. This breakthrough allows for observation with standard lab equipment. The invention was detailed in a paper released today.

Scientists reveal gluten's key role in spaghetti's structural integrity

Researchers at Lund University have discovered that gluten acts as a microscopic safety net in regular spaghetti, preventing it from disintegrating during boiling. Their study, using advanced imaging techniques, also highlights salt's structural influence beyond flavor enhancement. The findings aim to improve gluten-free pasta alternatives.

Scientists uncover novel quantum entanglement mechanism

Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, have discovered a new mechanism for quantum entanglement that persists at room temperature. This breakthrough, detailed in a study published on September 30, 2025, could pave the way for practical quantum technologies. The finding challenges previous assumptions about entanglement stability.

Scientists create nanodiamonds using electron beams without heat

Researchers at the University of Tokyo have developed a method to form nanodiamonds from organic molecules using electron beams, bypassing traditional high-pressure and high-temperature processes. This breakthrough protects delicate materials from beam damage and could advance fields like materials science and quantum computing. The discovery challenges long-held assumptions about electron irradiation.

Japanese Scientists Enhance Steel Durability

Japanese researchers announced on September 6, 2025, a breakthrough in materials science by doubling the fatigue resistance of steel. This advancement could lead to longer-lasting infrastructure and machinery. The development was shared in recent science updates, highlighting potential industrial applications.

MIT uncovers hidden atomic patterns in metals

Researchers at MIT have discovered that metals retain subtle atomic patterns even after standard manufacturing processes, challenging long-held assumptions. These patterns, driven by microscopic dislocations, could enable engineers to customize material properties for demanding applications. The finding, published in Nature Communications, reveals a new physical principle in metallurgy.

Nobel prize in chemistry awarded for metal-organic frameworks

The 2025 Nobel prize in chemistry has been awarded to Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar Yaghi for pioneering metal-organic frameworks, porous materials capable of storing and releasing gases like carbon dioxide. These structures, which self-assemble from metal ions and organic molecules, have vast potential for applications such as capturing pollutants and harvesting water from air. The committee praised their work for creating materials that can hold enormous volumes of substances in tiny spaces.

Physicists manipulate material properties with light pulses

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Researchers at the University of Konstanz have developed a technique to alter the magnetic properties of materials using laser pulses, effectively transforming one material into another at room temperature. By exciting pairs of magnons in common haematite crystals, the method enables non-thermal control of magnetic states and potential data transmission at terahertz speeds. This breakthrough could allow quantum effects to be studied without extreme cooling.