Atomic physics: An almost lightless laser

Atomic physics: An almost lightless laser

Lasers are often described in terms of a light field circulating in an optical resonator system. Now a laser has been demonstrated in which the field resides primarily in the atomic medium that is used to generate the light. «more» Related Links: Atomic physics: An...
How to corner the MEMS market

How to corner the MEMS market

Government investment in the manufacture of micromachines could pay huge dividends, but in the meantime, MIT researchers are developing new fabrication techniques. «more» Related Links: How to corner the MEMS market RLE NanoStructures Laboratory RLE Computational...
MIT developing rechargeable glucose cells

MIT developing rechargeable glucose cells

Rahul Sarpeshkar is working to cultivate the use of glucose cells and several other innovations which can be used to propel biomedical devices like pacemakers and cochlear implants. «more» Related Links: MIT developing rechargeable glucose cells Professor...