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Excitons, encountered in technologies like solar cells and TVs, are quasiparticles formed by an electron and a positively charged “hole,” moving together in a semiconductor. Created when an electron is excited to a higher energy state, excitons transfer energy without carrying a net charge. While their behavior in traditional semiconductors is well understood, excitons act differently in organic semiconductors.

Recent research led by condensed matter physicist Ivan Biaggio focuses on understanding the mechanisms behind dynamics, quantum entanglement, and dissociation in organic molecular crystals.

The paper is published in the journal Physical Review Letters.

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Researchers at the University of Houston’s Texas Center for Superconductivity have achieved another first in their quest toward ambient-pressure high-temperature superconductivity, bringing us one step closer to finding superconductors that work in everyday conditions—and potentially unlocking a new era of energy-efficient technologies.

In their study titled “Creation, stabilization, and investigation at of pressure-induced superconductivity in Bi0.5 Sb1.5 Te3,” published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, professors Liangzi Deng and Paul Ching-Wu Chu of the UH Department of Physics set out to see if they could push Bi0.5 Sb1.5 Te3 (BST) into a under pressure—without altering its chemistry or structure.

“In 2001, scientists suspected that applying high pressure to BST changed its Fermi surface topology, leading to improved thermoelectric performance,” Deng said. “That connection between pressure, topology and superconductivity piqued our interest.”

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Join Heliox for a fascinating deep dive into the mind of Keyu Jin, one of the most insightful voices on China’s economic transformation. In this episode, we explore Jin’s unique perspective as both an academic heavyweight and seasoned financial advisor, examining how she bridges Eastern and Western viewpoints to decode China’s remarkable economic journey.

Learn about the innovative “mayor economy” concept that helped drive China’s unprecedented growth, and discover how cultural values shape economic decisions in unexpected ways. We unpack Jin’s analysis of China’s technological leap from manufacturing hub to digital innovator, and explore the fascinating “six wallets” phenomenon in Chinese society.

The episode also delves into China’s evolving role in the global financial system, examining the future of the RMB and digital currency innovations. Through Jin’s lens, we gain a nuanced understanding of China’s economic challenges and opportunities, moving beyond simplistic narratives to grasp the complex interplay of state intervention, cultural values, and generational shifts shaping the world’s second-largest economy.

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Altilium has filed a patent application for its proprietary EcoCathode™ recycling process, underlining its technical leadership in the UK and its commitment to establishing a national champion for EV battery recycling.

The patent provides a process, apparatus and system for recovering battery metals (such as cobalt, manganese, nickel and lithium) and graphite, and the production of battery precursors and battery-ready cathode active materials (CAM), from black mass (comprising a mixed feed of critical compounds or elements).

Through microstructure reengineering, Altilium’s EcoCathode™ process represents a significant stride in clean technology and sustainable EV battery recycling in the UK. Recovering over 95% of crucial metals from old EV batteries, the technology will contribute to a sustainable domestic supply of battery raw materials, reducing carbon emissions by over 50% and reducing the cost of CAM by more than 20% compared to conventional virgin mining practices.

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face_with_colon_three Big change to cellular satellites directly to cell phones now where wherever there is sky you link up with no receiver other than a smartphone.

T-Mobile’s push to allow AT&T and Verizon customers to tap into its cellular Starlink service underscores a growing competition in the satellite-to-phone market.

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“Kara”, Quantic Dream’s newest tech demo featuring the early 2011 version of our new PS3 engine.

Valorie Curry’s acting was performance captured (body, face, voice) on December 14. 2010 in our then newly renovated motion capture studio, using a 64 high-precision Vicon camera system. This is a compressed (QT.H264 720 p) video capture of the realtime running demo on PS3. A making-of will follow soon. KARA is NOT Quantic Dream’s upcoming PS3 title. The later shall be revealed soon.

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A new mathematical model sheds light on how the brain processes different cues, such as sights and sounds, during decision making. The findings from Princeton neuroscientists may one day improve how brain circuits go awry in neurological disorders, such as Alzheimer’s, and could help artificial brains, like Alexa or self-driving car technology, more helpful.

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The simulation hypothesis suggests that our entire universe and reality could just be hyper-enhanced reality illusions.

He believes recent developments in the field of information physics ‘appear to support this possibility’ in that the physical world is made up of bits of information.

Vopson goes even further by claiming that information might have physical weight and could be a key part of the universe.

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