Ultrafast core-level spectroscopy reveals elusive precursors of exciton condensation in quantum materials

by quasarn01 | Aug 15, 2026 | Latest in Physics

Many fascinating phases in quantum materials emerge when electrons, atoms and other microscopic components begin to act collectively. But these phases do not necessarily appear out of nowhere when a material crosses a transition temperature. Before long-range order...

Exploring the moon will require rovers that can think for themselves

by quasarn01 | Aug 15, 2026 | Astronomy

NASA is planning to send three small rovers to the moon with a single instruction: Work out among yourselves how to explore a patch of ground. Go to Source

Early-universe plasma may have stopped dark photons from heating cosmos

by quasarn01 | Aug 15, 2026 | Astronomy

A new paper published in Physical Review Letters reveals that a leading dark matter candidate—the hypothetical “dark photon”—would not have heated the early universe as previously thought. The finding opens a vast region for experimental searches and could...

Neptune’s tiny moons tell the story of Triton’s destructive capture

by quasarn01 | Aug 15, 2026 | Astronomy

Neptune’s moon and ring system stand out among the giant planets because of the strange imbalance between its one very large moon and its many tiny moons. Its largest moon, Triton, makes up more than 99% of the mass of all satellites orbiting the planet while...

Tungsten may suffer more radiation damage in fusion reactors than expected

by quasarn01 | Aug 15, 2026 | Latest in Physics

Fusion reactors, devices that generate energy by fusing light atomic nuclei at extremely high temperatures, could contribute to ongoing efforts aimed at producing electricity more sustainably. The extreme environment inside these devices, however, can damage materials...