Researchers at the EMBL in Germany have made a groundbreaking discovery in Brillouin microscopy, a non-destructive imaging technique that allows for the study of biological samples’ viscoelastic properties. By increasing the speed of imaging by a factor of 1000, the team has made it possible to study biological samples with less damage and in a…
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Researchers from Aarhus University in Denmark have made a significant discovery in the field of cancer treatment. Using electron-based FLASH irradiation, they have found that it can significantly reduce acute skin toxicity in laboratory mice compared to conventional radiotherapy. This breakthrough has the potential to revolutionize cancer treatment and improve patient outcomes. Forecast for 6…
The NOvA experiment at Fermilab has found no evidence for sterile neutrinos, a finding that aligns with standard theoretical models of neutrino oscillation. This result is consistent with previous experiments, but it does not rule out the possibility of sterile neutrinos entirely. The discovery of sterile neutrinos would have significant implications for our understanding of…
Physicists in Germany have made a groundbreaking discovery, finding an alternative explanation for an anomaly that had previously been interpreted as potential evidence for a mysterious “dark force.” The anomaly, observed in ytterbium atoms, was found to have a more mundane cause, related to the deformation of the nuclear structure of ytterbium isotopes. This discovery…
Astronomers have been left puzzled by the exoplanet Trappist-1 b, which has been observed to have either a bare, airless rock surface or a hazy carbon dioxide atmosphere. Recent observations made by the James Webb Space Telescope suggest that the exoplanet’s surface and atmosphere may be more complex than initially thought. The discovery has sparked…
Researchers at Monash University in Australia have made a groundbreaking discovery in the development of biodegradable implants. By enhancing the mechanical properties of zinc alloys, they have created a material that could potentially replace traditional stainless steel or titanium implants, which can cause discomfort and bone loss. The new zinc alloys are strong, biocompatible, and…
Researchers in China have unveiled a 105-qubit quantum processor that can solve a quantum computation problem in minutes, a feat that would take billions of years using the world’s most powerful classical supercomputers. This achievement sets a new benchmark for claims of quantum advantage, a key measure of success in the field of quantum computing….
Researchers at the K N Toosi University of Technology in Tehran, Iran have developed an ultrasonic-powered microfluidic chip that can accurately separate circulating tumour cells (CTCs) from red blood cells. This breakthrough could lead to the early detection of cancer and pave the way for personalized medicine, real-time molecular analysis, and point-of-care diagnostics. Forecast for…
D-Wave Systems, a Canadian company, has made a significant breakthrough in quantum computing by using quantum annealing to simulate quantum magnetic phase transitions. The company claims that its calculations are beyond the capabilities of the most powerful classical computers, achieving quantum advantage. However, two independent groups of researchers have challenged this claim, suggesting that similar…
Researchers at the University of Maryland have made a significant breakthrough in detecting radioactive material from a distance using short-pulse CO2 lasers. This method, which leverages ionization in the surrounding air, has the potential to revolutionize nuclear disaster response and security. The team’s technique has already demonstrated a 10-meter detection range, surpassing previous methods by…