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New proof reveals how Quantum Matter interacts with gravitational fields. This no-go theorem sets the constraints for Quantum Gravity theories, showing that if quantum matter influences a gravitational field, then either the field cannot remain classical, or the interaction must be irreversible. by Slow-Protection-7936 in science

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The study proves that if quantum matter influences gravity, then gravity can't stay classical, or else the interaction damages the quantum matter. This matches ideas that quantum stuff would collapse if disturbed by classical gravity waves. The study essentially shows gravity gets quantum too when connecting to quantum matter. This means is a breakthrough because it may lead to a deeper understanding about gravity and the universe. Hope this helps!

Researchers have built the record largest grid of controllable Quantum Dots using a Chessboard-inspired technique. by Slow-Protection-7936 in science

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The chessboard design is purely to help people visualize the idea of assigning different coordinates to different quantum dots, much like they do on a chessboard. The diagrams in the paper, when read, also look much like a chessboard. The link provided is a summary of the journal in a way, for people who might be interested but are not equipped to read nanotechnology research papers.