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World's thinnest electronic device is 2 atoms thick
The thinner size allows electrons to move across the device much faster, which could lead to the development of much quicker computers.
Physicists harness atomic 'dark states' to store light
Physicists used optical tweezers to capture their gas clouds.
What is quantum entanglement?
Quantum entanglement is one of the uber-bizarre phenomena seen when things get itty-bitty. Here's a look at how entanglement works and why it's so weird.
Physicists discover the 'Kings and Queens of Quantumness'
A new mathematical framework helps physicists define the degree of quantumness of a system
Heavy atom spills its guts in decade-long experiment
A new experiment on ultra-rare astatine could open the door to cancer treatments and new research into super-heavy atoms.
When did the 'Dark Ages of the Universe' end? This rare molecule holds the answer.
Scientists hunting for neutral hydrogen — a rare molecule that predates every star in the universe — just took a step closer to catching their prize.
How Many Chemical Elements Can You Name? 1 in 5 Americans Can't Name One.
One in 5 Americans can't name a single element on the Periodic Table.
Extreme, Hydrogen-Crushing Physicists Are Pushing Us into a 'New Era of Superconductivity'
Lanthanum, diamond crushers and advanced computer models are changing the hunt for this extreme quantum mechanical effect.
