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Device can theoretically trap a light ‘bit’ for an infinite amount of time

November 16, 2015   physics
Device can theoretically trap a light 'bit' for an infinite amount of time

The optical meta-atom has a core (with radius R1) and shell (with radius R2). Light of a specific wavelength (quantized energy) can be trapped inside the core. Credit: Lannebère, et al. CC-BY-4.0

Device can theoretically trap a light ‘bit’ for an infinite amount of time

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Mega science prize split between 1,370 physicists

November 10, 2015   awards, physicists, physics
Mega Science Prize

Seven neutrino physicists who led the five teams sharing the Breakthrough Prize pose onstage during the ceremony in Mountain View, California.

Multi-million-dollar Breakthrough awards announce winners in physics, life sciences and mathematics.

Source: Mega science prize split between 1,370 physicists : Nature News & Comment

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