Physicists discover strange spinning crystals that behave like living matter Physicists have uncovered the fascinating world of “rotating crystals” — solids made of spinning particles that behave in strange, almost living ways. These odd materials can twist instead of stretch, shatter into fragments, and even reassemble themselves.
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Scientists stumble on a hidden quantum trick in 2D materials Researchers have found that 2D materials can self-form microscopic cavities that trap light and electrons, altering their quantum behavior. With a miniaturized terahertz spectroscope, the team observed standing light-matter waves without needing mirrors. This unexpected discovery offers a new method to manipulate exotic quantum states and design materials with tailored properties.
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A distant comet is forming new rings while we watch in real time The comet-like object Chiron has been caught in the process of forming new rings, which could help us understand how these complex systems work
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Scientists create LED light that kills cancer cells without harming healthy ones A new light-driven cancer therapy uses LEDs and tin nanoflakes to kill tumors safely and affordably. Developed by teams in Texas and Portugal, it eliminates up to 92% of skin cancer cells without harming healthy ones.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/r....eleases/2025/10/2510

This tiny laser could transform how we see and sense the world Researchers from NTNU and EPFL have unveiled a compact, low-cost laser that outperforms current models in speed, control, and precision. Built using microchip technology, it can be mass-produced for use in everything from Lidar navigation to gas detection. The design’s stability and easy frequency tuning could transform communication and sensing technologies.
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