Skyrmion-like large hole polaron in the halide double perovskite Cs2AgBiBr6. The arrows show the atomic displacements, and the hole is at the center of this vortex. The displacement field has defined topological character, with integer…

ICFO’s development of a four-terminal tandem organic solar cell with a 16.94% efficiency marks a significant advancement in solar energy technology, promising new applications in sustainable energy conversion and solar fuels. Artistic illustration of the…

Hydrogels have been shown to play and improve at Pong, enhancing their gameplay with experience, indicating their ability to utilize a form of memory. This research suggests that such non-living materials can potentially offer a…

Researchers are raising alarms about the potential for AI systems to engage in deceptive behaviors, which could have serious societal implications. They emphasize the need for robust regulatory measures to manage these risks effectively. Numerous…

In the quest to train robots for real-world tasks, researchers have created “Holodeck,” an AI system capable of generating detailed, customizable 3D environments on demand, inspired by Star Trek’s holodeck technology. This system uses large…

A breakthrough in wireless communication shows potential for terahertz waves to curve around obstacles, enhancing connectivity and paving the way for advanced network technologies. Credit: SciTechDaily.com In a breakthrough that could help revolutionize wireless communication,…

Researchers at Shanghai Jiao Tong University have developed advanced reactors for CO2 sequestration using fly ash particles. These reactors, detailed in a recent study, are optimized through computational fluid dynamics to enhance the efficiency of…

An artist’s depiction of a missing chalcogen atom in the middle layer of a bulk transition-metal dichalcogenide. Credit: Kyle Palmer / PPPL Communications Department New research boosts our understanding of a likely candidate for next-generation…