Catching Polarons in the Act

The dynamics of hole polaron formation in MgO reveal a time-dependent energy landscape, transitioning from an initial state-indicated by calculations yielding [latex]E_{static}[/latex]-to a stabilized configuration, as evidenced by the evolution of the hole envelope function [latex]A_{n{\bf k}}(t)[/latex] over timescales of 10 to 500 femtoseconds and corresponding shifts in the density of injected holes within the conduction band.

New research uses advanced theoretical modeling to observe the fleeting formation of polarons – quasiparticles crucial to understanding material conductivity – in real time.

Marvel Just Confirmed Why Bruce Banner Will Never be Free of the Hulk

In Infernal Hulk #3, Bruce Banner finally achieves his dream of a normal life: a peaceful suburban existence with Betty Ross, who has also lost her gamma-powered Harpy form. They’re living under assumed names, David and Heather, and appear to have escaped their monstrous pasts for good. But this idyllic life Bruce has created is built on a deception, and it’s starting to fall apart.

My Hero Academia Returns For Shonen Crossover

Long before anime series like My Hero Academia gained widespread popularity, Detective Conan (known as Case Closed in some regions) was a staple in Japanese manga, starting in 1994. While it hasn’t reached the same level of fame in North America as some other anime, Case Closed remains incredibly popular in Japan, and its creator, Gosho Aoyama, is still working on the manga. To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Case Closed and the 10th anniversary of My Hero Academia, Aoyama created special artwork featuring characters from both series. A celebratory video has also been released, featuring voice actors Takayama Minami (Conan) and Yamashita Daiki (Deku).

One of the Best Video Games of All Time Released Almost Three Decades Ago Today on PS1

That game was, of course, Final Fantasy VII. It became a massive hit, unlike anything the video game world had ever witnessed, and Square Enix has continued to build on its success for nearly thirty years. It was daring, deeply moving, and pushed the boundaries of what was possible technically. Widely considered one of the best games ever made, it brought Japanese role-playing games to a worldwide audience. Its impact is still felt in games today, and it remains enjoyable, particularly with the recent updated version released by Square Enix.

The 1 James Bond Movie Everyone Wants To Rewatch the Most Officially Confirmed by Netflix With 26M Hours Viewed

Between January 19th and 25th, No Time to Die was the most popular James Bond movie on Netflix, landing at number three on the global top 10 list. Viewers watched it for a total of 26.2 million hours, adding up to 9.6 million views. Spectre also made the top 10, coming in at number seven with 4.3 million views and 10.6 million hours watched. Considering the entire Bond collection wasn’t available on Netflix until January 21st, both films quickly gained a lot of attention.

New Free Steam Horror Game Releases to a 100% User Review Score

A new free horror game called Terminal Lucidity is available on Steam. It’s a puzzle game that players say is both challenging and well-made – so it’s perfect if you enjoy tough puzzles, but might not be the best choice if you prefer easier games. Because it’s a new and relatively unknown game, you won’t find any online help for its puzzles, making it even more difficult. One player compared the story to the original Portal game.

After 3 Years, Netflix’s Thriller Series With Near-Perfect Rotten Tomatoes Score Keeps Getting Better Ahead Of 2026 Return

Netflix currently offers some of the best thriller series available on streaming. Popular and addictive shows like Run Away, Fool Me Once, Mindhunter, Beef, and You keep viewers hooked. While many limited-run thrillers are hits, it’s especially great when a series maintains its quality over multiple seasons, and one Netflix thriller from 2023 has continued to improve.