by Ingrid Fadelli | Jan 14, 2025 | PHYS.ORG, Physics, Quantum Physics
In recent years, quantum physicists and engineers have been trying to develop quantum computer processors that perform better than classical computers on some tasks. Yet conclusive demonstrations proving that quantum systems perform better than their classical...
by Ingrid Fadelli | Jan 14, 2025 | Condensed Matter, PHYS.ORG, Physics, Quantum Physics
Over the past few years, some researchers have been working on alternative energy storage systems that leverage the principles of quantum mechanics. These systems, known as quantum batteries, could be more efficient and compact than conventional battery technologies,...
by Ingrid Fadelli | Jan 14, 2025 | MEDICALXPRESS, Neuroscience
The motor cortex is a part of the mammalian brain and is known to support the planning and control of voluntary body movements. Some past neuroscience studies, however, found that the motor cortex may not be necessary for executing some learned skills and motor...
by Ingrid Fadelli | Jan 14, 2025 | Condensed Matter, PHYS.ORG, Physics, Quantum Physics
Perovskites, materials with a crystal structure that mirrors that of the mineral calcium titanate CaTiO₃, exhibit properties that are advantageous for developing various technologies. For instance, they have proved promising for designing photovoltaic (PV) systems and...
by Ingrid Fadelli | Jan 14, 2025 | Electronics & Semiconductors, Engineering, TECHXPLORE
The manipulation of mechanical strain in materials, also known as strain engineering, has allowed engineers to advance electronics over the past decades, for instance enhancing the mobility of charge carriers in devices. Over the past few years, some studies have...
