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This paper introduces a Volume Integral Equation (VIE) method to overcome computational bottlenecks in modeling the optical response of metal nanoparticles using the Self-Consistent Hydrodynamic Drude Model (SC-HDM). The VIE approach offers significant computational efficiency compared to traditional Differential Equation (DE)-based methods, particularly for complex material responses. This is crucial for advancing quantum plasmonics and understanding the behavior of nanoparticles.
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The VIE approach is a valuable methodological scaffold: It addresses SC-HDM and simpler models, but can also be adapted to more advanced ones.

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This paper investigates the impact of hybrid field coupling on anisotropic signal detection in nanoscale infrared spectroscopic imaging methods. It highlights the importance of understanding these effects for accurate interpretation of data obtained from techniques like nano-FTIR, PTIR, and PiF-IR, particularly when analyzing nanostructured surfaces and polarization-sensitive spectra. The study's focus on PiF-IR and its application to biological samples, such as bacteria, suggests potential for advancements in chemical imaging and analysis at the nanoscale.
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The study demonstrates that the hybrid field coupling of the IR illumination with a polymer nanosphere and a metallic AFM probe is nearly as strong as the plasmonic coupling in case of a gold nanosphere.

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This paper presents a novel synthesis method for producing quasi-2D klockmannite copper selenide nanocrystals, a material with interesting semiconducting and metallic properties. The study focuses on controlling the shape and size of the nanocrystals and investigating their optical and photophysical properties, particularly in the near-infrared (NIR) region. The use of computational modeling (CSDDA) to understand the optical anisotropy and the exploration of ultrafast photophysical behavior are key contributions. The findings highlight the importance of crystal anisotropy in determining the material's nanoscale properties, which is relevant for applications in optoelectronics and plasmonics.
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The study reveals pronounced optical anisotropy and the emergence of hyperbolic regime in the NIR.

Physics#Superconductivity🔬 ResearchAnalyzed: Jan 3, 2026 23:57

Long-Range Coulomb Interaction in Cuprate Superconductors

Published:Dec 26, 2025 05:03
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ArXiv

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This review paper highlights the importance of long-range Coulomb interactions in understanding the charge dynamics of cuprate superconductors, moving beyond the standard Hubbard model. It uses the layered t-J-V model to explain experimental observations from resonant inelastic x-ray scattering. The paper's significance lies in its potential to explain the pseudogap, the behavior of quasiparticles, and the higher critical temperatures in multi-layer cuprate superconductors. It also discusses the role of screened Coulomb interaction in the spin-fluctuation mechanism of superconductivity.
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The paper argues that accurately describing plasmonic effects requires a three-dimensional theoretical approach and that the screened Coulomb interaction is important in the spin-fluctuation mechanism to realize high-Tc superconductivity.

Research#Sensor🔬 ResearchAnalyzed: Jan 10, 2026 08:55

AI-Driven Design of Plasmonic Sensor for Waterborne Pathogen Detection

Published:Dec 21, 2025 17:12
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ArXiv

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The article's focus on simulation-driven design using AI within the context of a plasmonic sensor suggests innovation in rapid prototyping. The use of Cu, Ni, and BaTiO3 in this sensor implies advanced material science, potentially offering improved sensitivity for pathogen detection.
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The sensor utilizes Cu Ni and BaTiO3.

Research#LED🔬 ResearchAnalyzed: Jan 10, 2026 09:38

Optimizing Perovskite LEDs with Plasmonics: A DFT-Informed FDTD Study

Published:Dec 19, 2025 11:31
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ArXiv

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This research explores the potential of plasmonics to enhance the performance of perovskite LEDs. The study leverages advanced computational methods (DFT and FDTD) to provide design guidelines for improved light emission.
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The article's context indicates the research focuses on plasmon-enhanced CsSn$_x$Ge$_{1-x}$I$_3$ perovskite LEDs.