New Technique Uses Synchrotron X-Ray Light to Digitize Historic Audio Tapes
Researchers are developing a groundbreaking technique that utilizes synchrotron X-ray light to digitize historic audio tapes without causing damage, preserving rare recordings, including treasures from the Montreux Jazz Festival archive. The method aims to address the ongoing challenge of digitizing analog magnetic media before they become unplayable, with a physicist at PSI leading the development of a non-destructive digitization method using X-ray light to achieve the highest quality results.
Renowned Physicist Peter Higgs Passes Away, Leaving Lasting Legacy in Particle Physics
Renowned physicist Peter Higgs, known for his groundbreaking work on the Higgs boson, has passed away. His theory in the 1960s aimed to explain why atoms have mass, leading to the discovery of the ‘God particle’ in 2012. Despite initial struggles, his contributions to particle physics have left an indelible mark on scientific understanding.
Physicist Develops Equation to Predict Melting Points of Substances
Physicists have long been intrigued by the question of when a substance will melt, and now, a breakthrough may have provided the answer. Kostya Trachenko at Queen Mary University of London has developed a new equation that can predict the temperature and pressure needed to melt any solid substance into a liquid. This development could have far-reaching implications for various fields, including manufacturing, materials science, and engineering.
Scientists Search for Evidence of Quantum Gravity at South Pole
Scientists are embarking on an ambitious quest to unravel the mysteries of the universe by searching for evidence of quantum gravity at the South Pole. A recent paper published in Nature Physics proposes using neutrino data from the IceCube Neutrino Observatory at the South Pole to potentially uncover evidence for quantum gravity. Neutrinos, often referred to as ‘ghost particles,’ are electrically neutral and almost massless, enabling them to traverse vast distances through the universe without significant interactions.
Physicists at CERN Discover Resonant ‘Ghost’ Force in Super Proton Synchrotron
Physicists at CERN have made a groundbreaking discovery, identifying a previously undetected force within the Super Proton Synchrotron (SPS). Published in the journal Nature Physics, the research unveils the existence of a 3D shape that shifts over time, requiring a 4D system of equations for accurate measurement and modeling. The discovery of the resonant ghost is crucial for future work at the facility, shedding light on the intricate dynamics at play within particle accelerators.
Breakthrough Experiment Creates Quantum Tornado in Superfluid Helium, Offers New Insights into Black Holes
University of Nottingham physicists have created a quantum tornado in superfluid helium, offering new insights into black hole behavior. The experiment provides unprecedented precision in studying the gravitational environment of black holes and represents a significant step forward in astrophysics.
Neutron Star Mergers Shed Light on Dark Matter
Neutron star mergers provide new physics signals that could shed light on dark matter, according to a study by Washington University in St. Louis. The study, led by physicist Bhupal Dev, establishes constraints on axion-like particles using observations from the 2017 neutron star merger event, GW170817. These particles are prime candidates for constituting dark matter and could bridge the gap between the visible and dark sectors of the universe.
Groundbreaking Discovery Challenges 200-Year-Old Law of Physics
Groundbreaking discovery challenges 200-year-old law of physics governing heat diffusion in solid materials. Recent research on the nanoscale shows that Fourier’s law does not accurately predict heat diffusion in these materials. Researchers at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, investigate exceptions to Fourier’s law at the macroscale, particularly in translucent materials. This discovery has significant implications for our understanding of heat diffusion in solid materials and could pave the way for new advancements in thermal conductivity research.
Research Reveals Record-breaking Speed of Glacier Fracture in Antarctica
Recent research from the University of Washington reveals an 80-mph speed record for glacier fracture in Antarctica. The study underscores the critical need to understand the behavior of ice shelves in the face of warmer oceans and the potential implications for rising sea levels. The research has significant implications for understanding the potential impact of glacier fracture on rising sea levels and calls for further investigation into the behavior of ice shelves in large-scale ice sheet models.
Mysterious New Form of Magnetism Confirmed
Discover the confirmation of a new form of magnetism, altermagnetism, that sits between ferromagnetism and antiferromagnetism. This fundamental discovery could have significant implications for future electronics and is based on the characteristic of quantum objects called spin.