In response to the capabilities presented by the High-Intensity Heavy Ion Accelerator Facility(HIAF) and the Accelerator-Driven Subcritical System(Ci ADS), as well as the proposed Chinese Advanced Nuclear Physics Rese...In response to the capabilities presented by the High-Intensity Heavy Ion Accelerator Facility(HIAF) and the Accelerator-Driven Subcritical System(Ci ADS), as well as the proposed Chinese Advanced Nuclear Physics Research Facility(CNUF), we are assembling a consortium of experts in relevant disciplines, both domestically and internationally,to delineate high-precision physics experiments that leverage the state-of-the-art research environment afforded by CNUF.Our focus encompasses six primary domains of inquiry: hadron physics—including endeavors such as the super eta factory and investigations into light hadron structures;muon physics;neutrino physics;neutron physics;the testing of fundamental symmetries;and the exploration of quantum effects within nuclear physics, along with the utilization of vortex accelerators.We aim to foster a well-rounded portfolio of large, medium, and small-scale projects, thus unlocking new scientific avenues and optimizing the potential of the Huizhou large scientific facility. The aspiration for international leadership in scientific research will be a guiding principle in our strategic planning. This initiative will serve as a foundational reference for the Institute of Modern Physics in its strategic planning and goal-setting, ensuring alignment with its developmental objectives while striving to secure a competitive edge in technological advancement. Our ambition is to engage in substantive research within these realms of high-precision physics, to pursue groundbreaking discoveries, and to stimulate progress in China's nuclear physics landscape, positioning Huizhou as a preeminent global hub for advanced nuclear physics research.展开更多
Accurate estimation of mineralogy from geophysical well logs is crucial for characterizing geological formations,particularly in hydrocarbon exploration,CO_(2) sequestration,and geothermal energy development.Current t...Accurate estimation of mineralogy from geophysical well logs is crucial for characterizing geological formations,particularly in hydrocarbon exploration,CO_(2) sequestration,and geothermal energy development.Current techniques,such as multimineral petrophysical analysis,offer details into mineralogical distribution.However,it is inherently time-intensive and demands substantial geological expertise for accurate model evaluation.Furthermore,traditional machine learning techniques often struggle to predict mineralogy accurately and sometimes produce estimations that violate fundamental physical principles.To address this,we present a new approach using Physics-Integrated Neural Networks(PINNs),that combines data-driven learning with domain-specific physical constraints,embedding petrophysical relationships directly into the neural network architecture.This approach enforces that predictions adhere to physical laws.The methodology is applied to the Broom Creek Deep Saline aquifer,a CO_(2) sequestration site in the Williston Basin,to predict the volumes of key mineral constituents—quartz,dolomite,feldspar,anhydrite,illite—along with porosity.Compared to traditional artificial neural networks (ANN),the PINN approach demonstrates higher accuracy and better generalizability,significantly enhancing predictive performance on unseen well datasets.The average mean error across the three blind wells is 0.123 for ANN and 0.042 for PINN,highlighting the superior accuracy of the PINN approach.This method reduces uncertainties in reservoir characterization by improving the reliability of mineralogy and porosity predictions,providing a more robust tool for decision-making in various subsurface geoscience applications.展开更多
Low-dimensional physics provides profound insights into strongly correlated interactions,leading to enhancedquantum effects and the emergence of exotic quantum states.The Ln_(3)ScBi_(5)family stands out as a chemicall...Low-dimensional physics provides profound insights into strongly correlated interactions,leading to enhancedquantum effects and the emergence of exotic quantum states.The Ln_(3)ScBi_(5)family stands out as a chemicallyversatile kagome platform with mixed low-dimensional structural framework and tunable physical properties.Ourresearch initiates with a comprehensive evaluation of the currently known Ln_(3)ScBi_(5)(Ln=La-Nd,Sm)materials,providing a robust methodology for assessing their stability frontiers within this system.Focusing on Pr_(3)ScBi_(5),we investigate the influence of the zigzag chains of quasi-one-dimensional(Q1D)motifs and the distorted kagomelayers of quasi-two-dimensional(Q2D)networks in the mixed-dimensional structure on the intricate magneticground states and unique spin fluctuations.Our study reveals that the noncollinear antiferromagnetic(AFM)moments of Pr^(3+)ions are confined within the Q2D kagome planes,displaying minimal in-plane anisotropy.Incontrast,a strong AFM coupling is observed within the Q1D zigzag chains,significantly constraining spin motion.Notably,magnetic frustration is partially a consequence of coupling to conduction electrons via Ruderman-Kittel-Kasuya-Yosida interaction,highlighting a promising framework for future investigations into mixed-dimensional frustration in Ln_(3)ScBi_(5) systems.展开更多
We study the trimer state in a three-body system,where two of the atoms are subject to Rashba-type spin-orbit coupling and spin-dependent loss while interacting spin-selectively with the third atom.The short-time cond...We study the trimer state in a three-body system,where two of the atoms are subject to Rashba-type spin-orbit coupling and spin-dependent loss while interacting spin-selectively with the third atom.The short-time conditional dynamics of the three-body system is effectively governed by a non-Hermitian Hamiltonian with an imaginary Zeeman field.Remarkably,the interplay of non-Hermitian single particle dispersion and the spin-selective interaction results in a Borromean state and an enlarged trimer phase.The stability of trimer state can be reflected by the imaginary part of trimer energy and the momentum distribution of trimer wave function.We also show the phase diagram of the three-body system under both real and imaginary Zeeman fields.Our results illustrate the interesting consequence of non-Hermitian spectral symmetry on the few-body level,which may be readily observable in current cold-atom experiments.展开更多
ABOUT THIS JOURNALLaunched in 1988,the Chinese Journal of Chemical Physics(CJCP)is devoted to reporting new and original experimental and theoretical research on interdisciplinary areas,with chemistry and physicsgroun...ABOUT THIS JOURNALLaunched in 1988,the Chinese Journal of Chemical Physics(CJCP)is devoted to reporting new and original experimental and theoretical research on interdisciplinary areas,with chemistry and physicsgroundwork of interest to researchers,faculty and students domesticand abroad in the fields of chemistry,physics,material and biological sciences and their interdisciplinary areas.展开更多
ABOUT THIS JOURNAL Launched in 1988,the Chinese Journal of Chemical Physics (CJCP)is devoted to reporting new and original experimental and theoretical research on interdisciplinary areas,with chemistry and physics gr...ABOUT THIS JOURNAL Launched in 1988,the Chinese Journal of Chemical Physics (CJCP)is devoted to reporting new and original experimental and theoretical research on interdisciplinary areas,with chemistry and physics groundwork of interest to researchers,faculty and students domestic and abroad in the fields of chemistry,physics,material and biological sciences and their interdisciplinary areas.As one of the 24 peer-reviewed journals under the Chinese Physical Society (CPS),CJCP has been covered in ISI products (SCIE) as well as other major indexes.CJCP is currently a bimonthly journal,and it publishes in English with Chinese abstract as of 2006.展开更多
Scientists have been searching for possible new particles beyond the standard model(SM),the theory that has predicted the building bricks that have constituted the known matter world today,including the Higgs-“the l...Scientists have been searching for possible new particles beyond the standard model(SM),the theory that has predicted the building bricks that have constituted the known matter world today,including the Higgs-“the last”SM particle.展开更多
Traditional educational paradigms prioritize age-based progression and early specialization as key indicators of academic potential,especially in STEM.This study challenges this norm by analyzing university entrance a...Traditional educational paradigms prioritize age-based progression and early specialization as key indicators of academic potential,especially in STEM.This study challenges this norm by analyzing university entrance ages of 226 Nobel Physics Laureates(1901-2024).Results reveal a right-skewed distribution(Median=18;Mean=18.8;SD=2.4)with substantial variance(14-25 years),including outliers like Lev Landau(14)and Arthur Ashkin(24).Notably,figures such as Guglielmo Marconi achieved breakthroughs without formal university entry,relying on self-directed learning.Using survival analysis and multinomial regression,we find“non-traditional”timelines,accelerated,delayed,or non-formal pathways,correlate with distinct creative advantages.This suggests current“timeliness”metrics poorly predict transformative scientific achievement.We propose an“Optimal Chrono-Diversity”framework advocating flexible entry systems,enhanced adult learner support,and recognition of autodidactic potential to inform educational policy and cultivate innovative STEM talent.展开更多
Active matter encompasses all systems in which each individual constituent independently dissipates energy in its environment.This definition brings together biological systems such as cellular tissues,bacterial colon...Active matter encompasses all systems in which each individual constituent independently dissipates energy in its environment.This definition brings together biological systems such as cellular tissues,bacterial colonies,cytoskeletal filaments driven by molecular motors and animal groups,as well as collections of inert self-propelled particles such as Janus particles,[1]colloidal rollers[2]or vibrated grains.[3]Because of the local persistent drive,these systems are far from thermal equilibrium and cannot be described in terms of thermodynamic potentials.This leads to surprising physics that defies some of the basic intuitions that we have from passive systems,including longrange order in two dimensions[4]and phase-separation in absence of attractive interactions.展开更多
The Beijing 325 m meteorological tower stands as a pivotal research platform for exploring atmospheric boundary layer physics and atmospheric chemistry.With a legacy spanning 45 years,the tower has played a crucial ro...The Beijing 325 m meteorological tower stands as a pivotal research platform for exploring atmospheric boundary layer physics and atmospheric chemistry.With a legacy spanning 45 years,the tower has played a crucial role in unraveling the complexities of urban air pollution,atmospheric processes,and climate change in Beijing,China.This review paper provides a comprehensive overview of the measurements on the tower over the past two decades.Through long-term comprehensive observations,researchers have elucidated the intricate relationships between anthropogenic emissions,meteorological dynamics,and atmospheric composition,shedding light on the drivers of air pollution and its impacts on public health.The vertical measurements on the tower also enable detailed investigations into boundary layer dynamics,turbulent mixing,and pollutant dispersion,providing invaluable data for validating chemical transport models.Key findings from the tower’s research include the identification of positive feedback mechanisms between aerosols and the boundary layer,the characterization of pollutant sources and transport pathways,the determination of fluxes of gaseous and particulate species,and the assessment of the effectiveness of pollution control measures.Additionally,isotopic measurements have provided new insights into the sources and formation processes of particulate matter and reactive nitrogen species.Finally,the paper outlines future directions for tower-based research,emphasizing the need for long-term comprehensive measurements,the development of innovative tower platforms,and integration of emerging technologies.展开更多
The 2024 MRE HP Special Volume selects papers on new theoretical and experimental developments in the use of static largevolume presses(LVPs)1–3 and dynamic compression4,5 for studies under extreme high-pressure and ...The 2024 MRE HP Special Volume selects papers on new theoretical and experimental developments in the use of static largevolume presses(LVPs)1–3 and dynamic compression4,5 for studies under extreme high-pressure and high-temperature(HPHT)conditions.It also continues the previous year’s6 contemporary focus on superhydrides7–11 with extremely high superconducting temperatures Tc and addresses some controversial issues.12–14 In addition,it explores unconventional pressure-induced chemistry,particularly novel chemical stoichiometry and its impact on geochemistry and cosmochemistry in the deep interiors of Earth and other planets.18–21.展开更多
We investigate electron mesoscopic transport in a three-terminal setup with coupled quantum dots and a magnetic flux.By mapping the original transport problem into a non-Hermitian Hamiltonian form,we study the interpl...We investigate electron mesoscopic transport in a three-terminal setup with coupled quantum dots and a magnetic flux.By mapping the original transport problem into a non-Hermitian Hamiltonian form,we study the interplay between the coherent couplings between quantum dots,the magnetic flux,and the dissipation due to the tunnel coupling with the reservoirs.展开更多
Magnets exhibiting the Kitaev interaction,a bond-dependent magnetic interaction in honeycomb lattices,are generally regarded as promising candidates for hosting novel phenomena like quantum spin liquid states.However,...Magnets exhibiting the Kitaev interaction,a bond-dependent magnetic interaction in honeycomb lattices,are generally regarded as promising candidates for hosting novel phenomena like quantum spin liquid states.However,realizing such magnets remains a significant challenge.Recently,some studies have suggested honeycomb magnets A_(3)Ni_(2)XO_(6)(A=Li,Na;X=Bi,Sb)with a high spin S=1 could serve as potential candidates for realizing strong Kitaev interactions.In this work,we systematically investigate their magnetic properties,with a particular emphasis on their Kitaev interactions,using first-principles calculations and Monte Carlo simulations.Our results indicate that all A_(3)Ni_(2)XO_(6)compounds are zigzag antiferromagnets,and their magnetic moments almost tend to be out of plane.We find that their dominant magnetic interactions are the nearest-neighbor ferromagnetic and third-nearest-neighbor antiferromagnetic Heisenberg interactions,while their Kitaev interactions are extremely weak.By analyzing their electronic structures and the mechanism of generating their magnetic interactions,we reveal that either artificially tuning spin-orbit coupling or applying strain cannot produce sufficient spin-orbit entangled states to realize the intriguing Kitaev interactions.Our work advances the understanding of the magnetism in A_(3)Ni_(2)XO_(6)compounds and provides insights for further exploration of Kitaev physics in honeycomb magnets.展开更多
Full waveform inversion(FWI)has showed great potential in the detection of musculoskeletal disease.However,FWI is an ill-posed inverse problem and has a high requirement on the initial model during the imaging process...Full waveform inversion(FWI)has showed great potential in the detection of musculoskeletal disease.However,FWI is an ill-posed inverse problem and has a high requirement on the initial model during the imaging process.An inaccurate initial model may lead to local minima in the inversion and unexpected imaging results caused by cycle-skipping phenomenon.Deep learning methods have been applied in musculoskeletal imaging,but need a large amount of data for training.Inspired by work related to generative adversarial networks with physical informed constrain,we proposed a method named as bone ultrasound imaging with physics informed generative adversarial network(BUIPIGAN)to achieve unsupervised multi-parameter imaging for musculoskeletal tissues,focusing on speed of sound(SOS)and density.In the in-silico experiments using a ring array transducer,conventional FWI methods and BUIPIGAN were employed for multiparameter imaging of two musculoskeletal tissue models.The results were evaluated based on visual appearance,structural similarity index measure(SSIM),signal-to-noise ratio(SNR),and relative error(RE).For SOS imaging of the tibia–fibula model,the proposed BUIPIGAN achieved accurate SOS imaging with best performance.The specific quantitative metrics for SOS imaging were SSIM 0.9573,SNR 28.70 dB,and RE 5.78%.For the multi-parameter imaging of the tibia–fibula and human forearm,the BUIPIGAN successfully reconstructed SOS and density distributions with SSIM above 94%,SNR above 21 dB,and RE below 10%.The BUIPIGAN also showed robustness across various noise levels(i.e.,30 dB,10 dB).The results demonstrated that the proposed BUIPIGAN can achieve high-accuracy SOS and density imaging,proving its potential for applications in musculoskeletal ultrasound imaging.展开更多
With the development of educational digitalization,how to effectively apply digital animation technology to traditional classroom teaching has become an urgent problem to be solved.This study explores the application ...With the development of educational digitalization,how to effectively apply digital animation technology to traditional classroom teaching has become an urgent problem to be solved.This study explores the application of Manim in the course of Mathematical Methods for Physics.Taking the visualization of Fourier series,complex numbers,and other content as examples,it improves students’understanding of complex and abstract mathematical physics concepts through dynamic and visual teaching methods.The teaching effect shows that Manim helps to enhance students’learning experience,improve teaching efficiency and effectiveness,and has a positive impact on students’active learning ability.The research in this paper can provide references and inspiration for the educational digitalization of higher education.展开更多
The challenge in searching for fundamental symmetry violation.Neutrinoless double-beta(0νββ)decay represents one of the most profound tests of fundamental symmetries in nature.This hypothetical nuclear process,in w...The challenge in searching for fundamental symmetry violation.Neutrinoless double-beta(0νββ)decay represents one of the most profound tests of fundamental symmetries in nature.This hypothetical nuclear process,in which two neutrons simultaneously decay into two protons with the emission of two electrons but no neutrinos,would demonstrate that lepton number is not conserved and confirm that neutrinos are their own antiparticles(Majorana particles).The observation of 0νββdecay would provide crucial insights into the absolute neutrino mass scale and could illuminate the origin of matter-antimatter asymmetry in the universe.展开更多
The surrogate model serves as an efficient simulation tool during the slope parameter inversion process.However,the creep constitutive model integrated with dynamic damage evolution poses challenges in development of ...The surrogate model serves as an efficient simulation tool during the slope parameter inversion process.However,the creep constitutive model integrated with dynamic damage evolution poses challenges in development of the required surrogate model.In this study,a novel physics knowledge-based surrogate model framework is proposed.In this framework,a Transformer module is employed to capture straindriven softening-hardening physical mechanisms.Positional encoding and self-attention are utilized to transform the constitutive parameters associated with shear strain,which are not directly time-related,into intermediate latent features for physical loss calculation.Next,a multi-layer stacked GRU(gated recurrent unit)network is built to provide input interfaces for time-dependent intermediate latent features,hydraulic boundary conditions,and water-rock interaction degradation equations,with static parameters introduced via external fully-connected layers.Finally,a combined loss function is constructed to facilitate the collaborative training of physical and data loss,introducing time-dependent weight adjustments to focus the surrogate model on accurate deformation predictions during critical phases.Based on the deformation of a reservoir bank landslide triggered by impoundment and subsequent restabilization,an elasto-viscoplastic constitutive model that considers water effect and sliding state dependencies is developed to validate the proposed surrogate model framework.The results indicate that the framework exhibits good performance in capturing physical mechanisms and predicting creep behavior,reducing errors by about 30 times compared to baseline models such as GRU and LSTM(long short-term memory),meeting the precision requirements for parameter inversion.Ablation experiments also confirmed the effectiveness of the framework.This framework can also serve as a reference for constructing other creep surrogate models that involve non-time-related across dimensions.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No.12075326)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation (Grant No.2025A1515010669)+2 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Guangzhou (Grant No.2024A04J6243)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities in Sun Yat-sen University (No.23xkjc017)the Innovation Training Program for bachelor students in Sun Yat-sen University。
文摘In response to the capabilities presented by the High-Intensity Heavy Ion Accelerator Facility(HIAF) and the Accelerator-Driven Subcritical System(Ci ADS), as well as the proposed Chinese Advanced Nuclear Physics Research Facility(CNUF), we are assembling a consortium of experts in relevant disciplines, both domestically and internationally,to delineate high-precision physics experiments that leverage the state-of-the-art research environment afforded by CNUF.Our focus encompasses six primary domains of inquiry: hadron physics—including endeavors such as the super eta factory and investigations into light hadron structures;muon physics;neutrino physics;neutron physics;the testing of fundamental symmetries;and the exploration of quantum effects within nuclear physics, along with the utilization of vortex accelerators.We aim to foster a well-rounded portfolio of large, medium, and small-scale projects, thus unlocking new scientific avenues and optimizing the potential of the Huizhou large scientific facility. The aspiration for international leadership in scientific research will be a guiding principle in our strategic planning. This initiative will serve as a foundational reference for the Institute of Modern Physics in its strategic planning and goal-setting, ensuring alignment with its developmental objectives while striving to secure a competitive edge in technological advancement. Our ambition is to engage in substantive research within these realms of high-precision physics, to pursue groundbreaking discoveries, and to stimulate progress in China's nuclear physics landscape, positioning Huizhou as a preeminent global hub for advanced nuclear physics research.
基金the North Dakota Industrial Commission (NDIC) for their financial supportprovided by the University of North Dakota Computational Research Center。
文摘Accurate estimation of mineralogy from geophysical well logs is crucial for characterizing geological formations,particularly in hydrocarbon exploration,CO_(2) sequestration,and geothermal energy development.Current techniques,such as multimineral petrophysical analysis,offer details into mineralogical distribution.However,it is inherently time-intensive and demands substantial geological expertise for accurate model evaluation.Furthermore,traditional machine learning techniques often struggle to predict mineralogy accurately and sometimes produce estimations that violate fundamental physical principles.To address this,we present a new approach using Physics-Integrated Neural Networks(PINNs),that combines data-driven learning with domain-specific physical constraints,embedding petrophysical relationships directly into the neural network architecture.This approach enforces that predictions adhere to physical laws.The methodology is applied to the Broom Creek Deep Saline aquifer,a CO_(2) sequestration site in the Williston Basin,to predict the volumes of key mineral constituents—quartz,dolomite,feldspar,anhydrite,illite—along with porosity.Compared to traditional artificial neural networks (ANN),the PINN approach demonstrates higher accuracy and better generalizability,significantly enhancing predictive performance on unseen well datasets.The average mean error across the three blind wells is 0.123 for ANN and 0.042 for PINN,highlighting the superior accuracy of the PINN approach.This method reduces uncertainties in reservoir characterization by improving the reliability of mineralogy and porosity predictions,providing a more robust tool for decision-making in various subsurface geoscience applications.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant Nos.2024YFA1408400 and 2021YFA1400401)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.U22A6005 and 52271238)+2 种基金the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(Grant No.2025M770186)the Center for Materials Genome,and the Synergetic Extreme Condition User Facility(SECUF)supported by the AI-driven experiments,simulations and model training on the robotic AI-Scientist platform from Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.N25ZLE007).
文摘Low-dimensional physics provides profound insights into strongly correlated interactions,leading to enhancedquantum effects and the emergence of exotic quantum states.The Ln_(3)ScBi_(5)family stands out as a chemicallyversatile kagome platform with mixed low-dimensional structural framework and tunable physical properties.Ourresearch initiates with a comprehensive evaluation of the currently known Ln_(3)ScBi_(5)(Ln=La-Nd,Sm)materials,providing a robust methodology for assessing their stability frontiers within this system.Focusing on Pr_(3)ScBi_(5),we investigate the influence of the zigzag chains of quasi-one-dimensional(Q1D)motifs and the distorted kagomelayers of quasi-two-dimensional(Q2D)networks in the mixed-dimensional structure on the intricate magneticground states and unique spin fluctuations.Our study reveals that the noncollinear antiferromagnetic(AFM)moments of Pr^(3+)ions are confined within the Q2D kagome planes,displaying minimal in-plane anisotropy.Incontrast,a strong AFM coupling is observed within the Q1D zigzag chains,significantly constraining spin motion.Notably,magnetic frustration is partially a consequence of coupling to conduction electrons via Ruderman-Kittel-Kasuya-Yosida interaction,highlighting a promising framework for future investigations into mixed-dimensional frustration in Ln_(3)ScBi_(5) systems.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.11974331)。
文摘We study the trimer state in a three-body system,where two of the atoms are subject to Rashba-type spin-orbit coupling and spin-dependent loss while interacting spin-selectively with the third atom.The short-time conditional dynamics of the three-body system is effectively governed by a non-Hermitian Hamiltonian with an imaginary Zeeman field.Remarkably,the interplay of non-Hermitian single particle dispersion and the spin-selective interaction results in a Borromean state and an enlarged trimer phase.The stability of trimer state can be reflected by the imaginary part of trimer energy and the momentum distribution of trimer wave function.We also show the phase diagram of the three-body system under both real and imaginary Zeeman fields.Our results illustrate the interesting consequence of non-Hermitian spectral symmetry on the few-body level,which may be readily observable in current cold-atom experiments.
文摘ABOUT THIS JOURNALLaunched in 1988,the Chinese Journal of Chemical Physics(CJCP)is devoted to reporting new and original experimental and theoretical research on interdisciplinary areas,with chemistry and physicsgroundwork of interest to researchers,faculty and students domesticand abroad in the fields of chemistry,physics,material and biological sciences and their interdisciplinary areas.
文摘ABOUT THIS JOURNAL Launched in 1988,the Chinese Journal of Chemical Physics (CJCP)is devoted to reporting new and original experimental and theoretical research on interdisciplinary areas,with chemistry and physics groundwork of interest to researchers,faculty and students domestic and abroad in the fields of chemistry,physics,material and biological sciences and their interdisciplinary areas.As one of the 24 peer-reviewed journals under the Chinese Physical Society (CPS),CJCP has been covered in ISI products (SCIE) as well as other major indexes.CJCP is currently a bimonthly journal,and it publishes in English with Chinese abstract as of 2006.
文摘Scientists have been searching for possible new particles beyond the standard model(SM),the theory that has predicted the building bricks that have constituted the known matter world today,including the Higgs-“the last”SM particle.
基金Inner Mongolia Natural Science Foundation of China(Project No.:2023QN01015).
文摘Traditional educational paradigms prioritize age-based progression and early specialization as key indicators of academic potential,especially in STEM.This study challenges this norm by analyzing university entrance ages of 226 Nobel Physics Laureates(1901-2024).Results reveal a right-skewed distribution(Median=18;Mean=18.8;SD=2.4)with substantial variance(14-25 years),including outliers like Lev Landau(14)and Arthur Ashkin(24).Notably,figures such as Guglielmo Marconi achieved breakthroughs without formal university entry,relying on self-directed learning.Using survival analysis and multinomial regression,we find“non-traditional”timelines,accelerated,delayed,or non-formal pathways,correlate with distinct creative advantages.This suggests current“timeliness”metrics poorly predict transformative scientific achievement.We propose an“Optimal Chrono-Diversity”framework advocating flexible entry systems,enhanced adult learner support,and recognition of autodidactic potential to inform educational policy and cultivate innovative STEM talent.
文摘Active matter encompasses all systems in which each individual constituent independently dissipates energy in its environment.This definition brings together biological systems such as cellular tissues,bacterial colonies,cytoskeletal filaments driven by molecular motors and animal groups,as well as collections of inert self-propelled particles such as Janus particles,[1]colloidal rollers[2]or vibrated grains.[3]Because of the local persistent drive,these systems are far from thermal equilibrium and cannot be described in terms of thermodynamic potentials.This leads to surprising physics that defies some of the basic intuitions that we have from passive systems,including longrange order in two dimensions[4]and phase-separation in absence of attractive interactions.
基金supported by the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.XDB0760200)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.42330605 and 42377101).
文摘The Beijing 325 m meteorological tower stands as a pivotal research platform for exploring atmospheric boundary layer physics and atmospheric chemistry.With a legacy spanning 45 years,the tower has played a crucial role in unraveling the complexities of urban air pollution,atmospheric processes,and climate change in Beijing,China.This review paper provides a comprehensive overview of the measurements on the tower over the past two decades.Through long-term comprehensive observations,researchers have elucidated the intricate relationships between anthropogenic emissions,meteorological dynamics,and atmospheric composition,shedding light on the drivers of air pollution and its impacts on public health.The vertical measurements on the tower also enable detailed investigations into boundary layer dynamics,turbulent mixing,and pollutant dispersion,providing invaluable data for validating chemical transport models.Key findings from the tower’s research include the identification of positive feedback mechanisms between aerosols and the boundary layer,the characterization of pollutant sources and transport pathways,the determination of fluxes of gaseous and particulate species,and the assessment of the effectiveness of pollution control measures.Additionally,isotopic measurements have provided new insights into the sources and formation processes of particulate matter and reactive nitrogen species.Finally,the paper outlines future directions for tower-based research,emphasizing the need for long-term comprehensive measurements,the development of innovative tower platforms,and integration of emerging technologies.
基金financial support from the Shanghai Key Laboratory of MFree,China(Grant No.22dz2260800)the Shanghai Science and Technology Committee,China(Grant No.22JC1410300).
文摘The 2024 MRE HP Special Volume selects papers on new theoretical and experimental developments in the use of static largevolume presses(LVPs)1–3 and dynamic compression4,5 for studies under extreme high-pressure and high-temperature(HPHT)conditions.It also continues the previous year’s6 contemporary focus on superhydrides7–11 with extremely high superconducting temperatures Tc and addresses some controversial issues.12–14 In addition,it explores unconventional pressure-induced chemistry,particularly novel chemical stoichiometry and its impact on geochemistry and cosmochemistry in the deep interiors of Earth and other planets.18–21.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2022YFA1404400)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12125504 and 12305050)+2 种基金Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.LZ25A050001)the Hundred Talents Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciencesthe Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions of China(Grant No.23KJB140017)。
文摘We investigate electron mesoscopic transport in a three-terminal setup with coupled quantum dots and a magnetic flux.By mapping the original transport problem into a non-Hermitian Hamiltonian form,we study the interplay between the coherent couplings between quantum dots,the magnetic flux,and the dissipation due to the tunnel coupling with the reservoirs.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant Nos.2024-YFA1408303 and 2022YFA1403301)the National Natural Sciences Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12474247 and 92165204)+1 种基金support from Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Magnetoelectric Physics and Devices(Grant No.2022B1212010008)Research Center for Magnetoelectric Physicsof Guangdong Province(Grant No.2024B0303390001).
文摘Magnets exhibiting the Kitaev interaction,a bond-dependent magnetic interaction in honeycomb lattices,are generally regarded as promising candidates for hosting novel phenomena like quantum spin liquid states.However,realizing such magnets remains a significant challenge.Recently,some studies have suggested honeycomb magnets A_(3)Ni_(2)XO_(6)(A=Li,Na;X=Bi,Sb)with a high spin S=1 could serve as potential candidates for realizing strong Kitaev interactions.In this work,we systematically investigate their magnetic properties,with a particular emphasis on their Kitaev interactions,using first-principles calculations and Monte Carlo simulations.Our results indicate that all A_(3)Ni_(2)XO_(6)compounds are zigzag antiferromagnets,and their magnetic moments almost tend to be out of plane.We find that their dominant magnetic interactions are the nearest-neighbor ferromagnetic and third-nearest-neighbor antiferromagnetic Heisenberg interactions,while their Kitaev interactions are extremely weak.By analyzing their electronic structures and the mechanism of generating their magnetic interactions,we reveal that either artificially tuning spin-orbit coupling or applying strain cannot produce sufficient spin-orbit entangled states to realize the intriguing Kitaev interactions.Our work advances the understanding of the magnetism in A_(3)Ni_(2)XO_(6)compounds and provides insights for further exploration of Kitaev physics in honeycomb magnets.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12122403 and 12327807).
文摘Full waveform inversion(FWI)has showed great potential in the detection of musculoskeletal disease.However,FWI is an ill-posed inverse problem and has a high requirement on the initial model during the imaging process.An inaccurate initial model may lead to local minima in the inversion and unexpected imaging results caused by cycle-skipping phenomenon.Deep learning methods have been applied in musculoskeletal imaging,but need a large amount of data for training.Inspired by work related to generative adversarial networks with physical informed constrain,we proposed a method named as bone ultrasound imaging with physics informed generative adversarial network(BUIPIGAN)to achieve unsupervised multi-parameter imaging for musculoskeletal tissues,focusing on speed of sound(SOS)and density.In the in-silico experiments using a ring array transducer,conventional FWI methods and BUIPIGAN were employed for multiparameter imaging of two musculoskeletal tissue models.The results were evaluated based on visual appearance,structural similarity index measure(SSIM),signal-to-noise ratio(SNR),and relative error(RE).For SOS imaging of the tibia–fibula model,the proposed BUIPIGAN achieved accurate SOS imaging with best performance.The specific quantitative metrics for SOS imaging were SSIM 0.9573,SNR 28.70 dB,and RE 5.78%.For the multi-parameter imaging of the tibia–fibula and human forearm,the BUIPIGAN successfully reconstructed SOS and density distributions with SSIM above 94%,SNR above 21 dB,and RE below 10%.The BUIPIGAN also showed robustness across various noise levels(i.e.,30 dB,10 dB).The results demonstrated that the proposed BUIPIGAN can achieve high-accuracy SOS and density imaging,proving its potential for applications in musculoskeletal ultrasound imaging.
基金supported by the Teaching Reform Research Project of Shaanxi University of Science&Technology(23Y083)the Project of National University Association for Mathematical Methods in Physics(JZW-23-SL-02)+3 种基金the Graduate Course Construction Project of Shaanxi University of Science&Technology(KC2024Y03)the 2024 National Higher Education University Physics Reform Research Project(2024PR064)the Teaching Reform Research Project of the International Office of Shaanxi University of Science&Technology(YB202410)Graduate Education and Teaching Reform Research Project of Shaanxi University of Science&Technology(JG2025Y18).
文摘With the development of educational digitalization,how to effectively apply digital animation technology to traditional classroom teaching has become an urgent problem to be solved.This study explores the application of Manim in the course of Mathematical Methods for Physics.Taking the visualization of Fourier series,complex numbers,and other content as examples,it improves students’understanding of complex and abstract mathematical physics concepts through dynamic and visual teaching methods.The teaching effect shows that Manim helps to enhance students’learning experience,improve teaching efficiency and effectiveness,and has a positive impact on students’active learning ability.The research in this paper can provide references and inspiration for the educational digitalization of higher education.
文摘The challenge in searching for fundamental symmetry violation.Neutrinoless double-beta(0νββ)decay represents one of the most profound tests of fundamental symmetries in nature.This hypothetical nuclear process,in which two neutrons simultaneously decay into two protons with the emission of two electrons but no neutrinos,would demonstrate that lepton number is not conserved and confirm that neutrinos are their own antiparticles(Majorana particles).The observation of 0νββdecay would provide crucial insights into the absolute neutrino mass scale and could illuminate the origin of matter-antimatter asymmetry in the universe.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.41961134032).
文摘The surrogate model serves as an efficient simulation tool during the slope parameter inversion process.However,the creep constitutive model integrated with dynamic damage evolution poses challenges in development of the required surrogate model.In this study,a novel physics knowledge-based surrogate model framework is proposed.In this framework,a Transformer module is employed to capture straindriven softening-hardening physical mechanisms.Positional encoding and self-attention are utilized to transform the constitutive parameters associated with shear strain,which are not directly time-related,into intermediate latent features for physical loss calculation.Next,a multi-layer stacked GRU(gated recurrent unit)network is built to provide input interfaces for time-dependent intermediate latent features,hydraulic boundary conditions,and water-rock interaction degradation equations,with static parameters introduced via external fully-connected layers.Finally,a combined loss function is constructed to facilitate the collaborative training of physical and data loss,introducing time-dependent weight adjustments to focus the surrogate model on accurate deformation predictions during critical phases.Based on the deformation of a reservoir bank landslide triggered by impoundment and subsequent restabilization,an elasto-viscoplastic constitutive model that considers water effect and sliding state dependencies is developed to validate the proposed surrogate model framework.The results indicate that the framework exhibits good performance in capturing physical mechanisms and predicting creep behavior,reducing errors by about 30 times compared to baseline models such as GRU and LSTM(long short-term memory),meeting the precision requirements for parameter inversion.Ablation experiments also confirmed the effectiveness of the framework.This framework can also serve as a reference for constructing other creep surrogate models that involve non-time-related across dimensions.