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New quantum thermometer can measure a fever in a tiny worm
Scientists have successfully outfitted an optical microscope with quantum sensors, creating a precise microscope-based thermometer, capable of sensing a "fever" in tiny nematode worms.
For diverse corporate board members, upward mobility stops with a seat at the table
Recent protests across the United States and the world have put a magnifying glass on issues of diversity and equity. A new study explores the ways in which these issues...
Understanding electron transport in graphene nanoribbons
New research aims to better understand the electron transport properties of graphene nanoribbons (GNRs) and how they are affected by bonding with aromatics - a key step in designing technology...
Get diamonds, take temperature: Quantum thermometer using nanodiamonds senses a 'fever' in tiny worms C. elegans
A team from Osaka City University, in collaboration with other international partners, has demonstrated a reliable, precise, microscope-based thermometer using quantum technology that measures the temperature fo microscopic animals. The...
Researchers find cuttlebone's microstructure sits at a 'sweet spot'
Ling Li has a lesson in one of his mechanical engineering courses on how brittle materials like calcium carbonate behave under stress. In it, he takes a piece of chalk...
Novel virus-based colorimetric sensor can show true colors of airborne threats
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has shown that the world needs technology that can quickly and accurately identify invisible dangers, including harmful substances or airborne environmental pollutants. Colorimetric sensors—devices that intuitively...
A phonon laser: Coherent vibrations from a self-breathing resonator
Lasing—the emission of a collimated light beam of light with a well-defined wavelength (color) and phase—results from a self-organization process, in which a collection of emission centers synchronizes itself to...
Harvard team uses laser to cool polyatomic molecule
After firing the lasers and bombarding the ultracold molecule with light, the scientists gathered around the camera to check the results. By seeing how far the molecule expanded they would know almost instantly...
Add some verve to your life with these colorful pens
Beyond black and blue ink. (Dan-Cristian Pădureț via Unsplash/)Whether you’re doodling or taking detailed notes, the right bright pen can substantially define your experience. With so many options on the market, it can...
Watch: Surfer breaks Guinness record by riding 73.5-foot wave
A Brazilian surfer broke her own Guinness World Record when she caught a wave with a confirmed measurement of 73.5 feet.
Understanding electron transport in graphene nanoribbons
Graphene is a modern wonder material possessing unique properties of strength, flexibility and conductivity whilst being abundant and remarkably cheap to produce, lending it to a multitude of useful applications—especially...
A new method to produce gold nanoparticles in cancer cells
Dipanjan Pan, professor of chemical, biochemical, and environmental engineering at UMBC, and collaborators published a seminal study in Nature Communications that demonstrates for the first time a method of biosynthesizing...
Regulating the absorption spectrum of polydopamine
Polydopamine (PDA) is an advanced functional material and its emergent light absorption properties make it crucial for applications in materials science. However, it is challenging to rationally design and regulate PDA absorption properties...
Nonlinear polyatomic molecule, CaOCH3 laser-cooled to ~700 mK
A team of researchers at Harvard University has developed a way to cool nonlinear polyatomic molecules to extremely cold temperatures. In their paper published in the journal Science, the group...
Making homemade ramen noodles is surprisingly challenging and totally worth it
A light dusting of cornstarch prevents homemade noodles from sticking together while resting in the refrigerator. Get the recipe for Handmade Ramen Noodles (Hugh Amano/)This story originally featured on Saveur.“Noodles—like bread, or golf,...
A high-yield method for assembling targeted nanoparticle clusters
A team of researchers from China, the U.S. and Canada has developed a high-yield method for assembling targeted nanoparticle clusters. In their paper published in the journal Science, the group...
Neve Campbell to reprise Sidney Prescott in new 'Scream' film
Neve Campbell will join David Arquette and Courteney Cox in "Scream 5," a relaunch of the horror film series.
Why do beauty filters make you look whiter?
This isn't Shirley. But if she were, photography film and filters might be able to capture non-white tones a lot better. (Svetlana Mandrikova/Deposit Photos/)With just one click, Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat users can...
Reducing, reusing and recycling mining waste
Two approaches using existing low cost and low energy technologies to accelerate carbonation have demonstrated significant carbon capture over a very short period and the formation of carbonate minerals.
Nano-microscope gives first direct observation of the magnetic properties of 2-D materials
Australian researchers and their colleagues from Russia and China have shown that it is possible to study the magnetic properties of ultrathin materials directly, via a new microscopy technique that...
Readers ask about neutrinos in the sun’s core, megaflashes and mussels
Probing the sun Neutrinos produced in the sun’s core could shed light on how much of the sun is composed of elements heavier than helium, Emily Conover reported in “Physicists spot a...
Miami Dolphins to remain in locker room during anthems
The Miami Dolphins will remain inside the locker room during both the national anthem and "Lift Ev'ry Voice And Sing," traditionally known as the Black national anthem, in the 2020...
Kaitlyn Dever joins Michael Keaton in Hulu's 'Dopesick'
"Last Man Standing" and "Booksmart" actress Kaitlyn Dever has signed on to star in Hulu's limited series, "Dopesick."
Inexpensive, non-toxic nanofluid could be a game-changer for oil recovery
Researchers have demonstrated that an inexpensive and non-toxic nanofluid can be used to efficiently recover even heavy oil with high viscosity from reservoirs.
Seeing the eye like never before
In a big step for ophthalmology, scientists created a method to view the inner workings of the eye and its diseases at the cellular level. Currently, researchers can only see...
Quirky response to magnetism presents quantum physics mystery
Scientists describe the quirky behavior of one such magnetic topological insulator. The new article includes experimental evidence that intrinsic magnetism in the bulk of manganese bismuth telluride (MnBi2Te4) also extends...
New machine learning-assisted method rapidly classifies quantum sources
Engineers have created a new machine learning-assisted method that could make quantum photonic circuit development more efficient by rapidly pre-selecting these solid-state quantum emitters.
Portland, Ore., mayor halts use of tear gas on protesters
Portland, Ore., Mayor Tom Wheeler on Thursday ordered police to stop using tear gas on protesters after months of demonstrations against police brutality and racism.