New scalability potential for hybrid superconducting-spin systems in the atomic quantum space
The direction of quantum research indicates that future computers will require a ‘quantum hard-drive’; where quantum information is stored before future processing. Spin-ensemble memories can have extremely long coherence times, particularly at magnetic field...
Mutual affinity of electron polarons and water at a TiO2 surface
Titania has been the subject of a tremendous amount of research, most of it related to its photocatalytic applications. Central to these studies has been the work that has explored the interaction of water with TiO2 surfaces. Indeed, this is now quite well understood....
Hidden topology controls material properties
Solid substances are made of atoms or ions. These may be arranged in an ordered pattern, like in a rock salt crystal, or they may be completely disordered, like in window glass. But more common than either extreme is the intermediate situation where order and disorder...
Correlation between melanin levels and free radical formation in human cells following illumination by ultraviolet A light.
Melanin is a naturally-occurring pigment that is largely responsible for skin colour. It absorbs the ultraviolet and blue components of sunlight, thus preventing the photochemical formation of free radicals that can damage DNA in the skin. In darkly pigmented skin,...