The week in physics: Neutrinoless double beta decay; Volunteering at work; Materials database

Ultracold detector probes neutrinoless double beta decay Forward this email  View in your browser THE WEEK IN PHYSICS: 11–15 APRIL Whitepaper Sensitive EQE Device Characterization A look at performing sensitive external quantum efficiency (sEQE) characterization as a means for studying low-energy phenomena, such as charge transfer states, traps, and defects in solar cell technologies. Lock-in detection is used in sEQE to extract the small photoresponse at long wavelengths. Read now. When (and when not) to volunteer at work Taking on additional responsibilities can yield professional benefits, but it's important to select opportunities carefully to avoid burnout. Lisa M. Balbes Ultracold detector probes neutrinoless double beta decay Though the latest pursuit of the theorized process has come up empty, the engineering feats of the experimenters could prove useful for future searches and for applications beyond particle physics. Andrew Grant FROM THE VAULT: January 1962 Basic research in industry: Status symbol or necessity? We believe that basic research is absolutely essential to us even though, on the surface, there is no direct link between our basic program and the profit of the corporation in the near future. S. W. Herwald Whitepaper Compact lasers expand LIBS applications In this white paper, we introduce a very compact, air-cooled, pulsed laser and show it can be used successfully in conventional Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) experimental set-ups for identifying metals. Read now. Q&A: Bimla Buti on plasma physics and shrinking the gender gap In her post-retirement life, the theoretical physicist runs a foundation to forge links between scientists and the public and to encourage women to follow careers in science. Toni Feder Database identifies materials likely to host correlated states Researchers hunt for indicators of exotic electronic properties in the lattice structures and band structures of tens of thousands of materials. Heather M. Hill Webinar Live Webinar: Equation-Based Modeling with COMSOL Multiphysics® Learn about how you can set up and solve your own equations in COMSOL Multiphysics®. Expect useful advice on formulating the equations, combining equation-based modeling with predefined physics interfaces, and assessing the results. Register now. FROM THE APRIL MAGAZINE Simulating four-dimensional physics in the laboratory Experimental methods to imitate extra spatial dimensions reveal new physical phenomena that emerge in a higher-dimensional world. Hannah Price Get notified about our webinars and whitepapers Sign up Get Physics Today delivered for just $25 per year Subscribe FEATURED JOBS > Associate Professor/Professor - Quantum Materials for Quantum Information  |  University of Toronto > Division Leader – R&D Manager  |  Los Alamos National Laboratory Are you hiring? Do you want your job to appear here? Post with Physics Today and select the "Publication" enhancement to easily showcase your job to 66 000 physicists and engineers. Physics Today is published by the American Institute of Physics 1 Physics Ellipse, College Park, MD 20740 USA +1 301 209 3100 © 2022 American Institute of Physics. Unsubscribe  |  Email Preferences  |  Privacy Policy  |  Contact Us