Quantum computers will be able to assume highly complex tasks in the future. With superconducting quantum processors, however, it has thus far been difficult to read out experimental results because measurements can cause interfering quantum state transitions. Researchers at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and Université de Sherbrooke in Québec have performed experiments that improve our understanding of these processes and have shown that calibrating the charge at the qubits contributes to fault avoidance. Their findings have been published in Physical Review Letters. (DOI: 10.1103/yljv-b4kj[SW1)

Using catalytic chemistry, researchers at Institute of Science Tokyo have achieved dynamic control of artificial membranes, enabling life-like membrane behavior. By employing an artificial metalloenzyme that performs a ring-closing metathesis reaction, the team induced the disappearance of phase-separated domains as well as membrane division in artificial membranes, imitating the dynamic behavior of natural biological membranes. This transformative research marks a milestone in synthetic cell technologies, paving the way for innovative therapeutic breakthroughs.

AI and human-movement research intersect in a study that enables precise estimation of hand muscle activity from standard video recordings. Using a deep-learning framework trained on a large, comprehensive multimodal dataset from professional pianists, the researchers introduce a system that accurately reconstructs muscle activation patterns without sensors. This advancement provides a low-cost, non-invasive method for analyzing fine motor control, optimizing rehabilitation strategies, enhancing performance training, and informing future developments in human-machine interaction.

Studies on integrating electric vehicles (EVs) into local energy markets have been hindered by the high computational complexity associated with EV modelling. Seyed Mahoor Ebrahimi’s doctoral dissertation at the University of Vaasa, Finland, overcomes these hurdles by introducing a streamlined virtual battery model and a cost-effective charger sharing concept.

In an increasingly acute surgeon shortage, artificial intelligence could help fill the gap, coaching medical students as they practice surgical techniques.

A new tool, trained on videos of expert surgeons at work, offers students real-time personalized advice as they practice suturing. Initial trials suggest AI can be a powerful substitute teacher for more experienced students.

Europe, 18.11.2025 - As Europe faces the dual challenge of ensuring food security and environmental sustainability, a new CBE JU-funded research project aims to deliver more resource-efficient food, agriculture, and aquafeed products from microalgae. The ALLIANCE project will optimise microalgae cultivation and processing to reduce costs, resource input, and waste, expanding consumer access to sustainable and affordable microalgae-based products.