New research uses electric fields to manipulate metallic nanoparticles capable of producing vortices within the laser light.

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Can light itself cast a shadow? It may sound like a philosophical riddle, but researchers have found that under certain ...

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The future of transmitting massive amounts of data digitally may be here, thanks to new technology that uses a "hurricane" of ...

With the help of a ruby cube and two laser beams, researchers made one ray of light cast a shadow when illuminated by the ...

It’s showing potential in easing chronic pain, improving mobility, and boosting mental health. Here’s what you need to know ...

Throughout the history of computing, the development of monitor technology has been pivotal in shaping the interaction between users and their machines. What began as clunky, cumbersome tubes has ...

OLED, LCD, and E Ink are all vying to be the best types of display, but are they any good for your eyes? We put them to the ...

Members of the bipartisan House AI Task Force discussed their priorities for artificial intelligence-focused legislation and ...

An international research team has for the first time designed realistic photonic time crystals ---- exotic materials that exponentially amplify light. The breakthrough opens up exciting possibilities ...

Dr. Jamie Zeitzer and postdoctoral fellow Maira Karan are experimenting with a 20-foot-long “virtual window” to see if ...