SMRTR Science & EngineeringApr 2, 2026Interesting Engineering

New quantum racetrack laser design could shrink lab spectrometers onto microchips

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Harvard researchers created a ring-shaped quantum laser that generates stable frequency combs without external equipment. This breakthrough could transform bulky spectrometers into portable microchip devices for gas detection and medical diagnostics.

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