A new metasurface lets scientists flip between ultra-stable light vortices, paving the way for tougher, smarter wireless communication.

Researchers have created an optical device that can generate both electric and magnetic vortex-ring-like light patterns.

The discovery could help astronomers better understand how cosmic magnetic fields form and evolve. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works ...

Surface wrinkling morphologies in various living matter with toroidal geometry. (a) Bidirectional stripes on a garlic. (b) Hexagonal-labyrinth bistable patterns on a dehydrated pepper. (c) Transverse ...