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Laser physics: Pumping up the music of molecules

“Laser physicists have used an optical resonator to amplify the characteristic vibrations of molecules excited by laser pulses in such a way that their identification becomes possible even at very low concentrations. Sensitive animal noses can sniff out trace particles …

Complex patterns: building a bridge from the large to the small

“A new theory enables the simulation of complex pattern formation in biological systems across different spatial and temporal scales. For many processes important for life such as cell division, cell migration, and the development of organs, the spatially and temporally …

Quantum cryptography: Hacking futile

“An international team led by LMU physicist Harald Weinfurter has successfully implemented an advanced form of quantum cryptography for the first time. Encryption is more secure against hacking attempts. The Internet is teeming with highly sensitive information. Sophisticated encryption techniques …

The big chill: A microwave freezer for molecules

“A team led by quantum physicist Immanuel Bloch has developed a new method to cool gases of polar molecules to near absolute zero. This paves the way for studying quantum effects of exotic forms of matter. When a highly diluted …

Quantum physics: record entanglement of quantum memories

“A network in which data transmission is perfectly secure against hacking? If physicists have their way, this will become reality one day with the help of the quantum mechanical phenomenon known as entanglement. For entangled particles, the rule is: If …

Controlling the Waveform of Ultrashort Infrared Pulses

“An international team of laser physicists of the attoworld team at LMU and the Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics has achieved unprecedented control over light pulses in the mid-infrared wavelength range. Ultrashort infrared light pulses are the key to …

Reliable knowledge about reliable AI

“German Academic Exchange Service funds artificial intelligence: A Konrad Zuse School is being established in Munich to provide top emerging talent with training in reliable AI. Although the AI boom seems to be unstoppable, it is currently being slowed down …

A Massive New Library of 3-D Images Could Help Your Robot Butler Get Around Your House

“For a robot to be of any real help around the home, it will need to be able to tell the difference between a coffee table and a child’s crib—a simple task that most robots can’t do …