Rising sea temperatures are causing coral reefs around the world to bleach. For the first time, a research team at the Research Neutron Source Heinz Maier-Leibnitz (FRM II) at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) has investigated the biological processes behind coral bleaching directly in living corals. With the help of neutrons, they were able to visualise structural changes during the bleaching process.

Whether used to treat bone fractures, replace teeth or act as pacemakers, metallic implants have become an irreplaceable part of modern medicine. They must remain stable while integrating with surrounding tissue. A new avenue being explored in the field of biological implants is designing titanium-magnesium hybrid implants that combine the advantages of both materials to create superior implants. Titanium is used for its high strength, while the magnesium component dissolves over time and helps stimulate bone growth. Such materials have the potential to revolutionise metallic implants.

An international team including Yishui Zhou, Dr. Yixi Su, and researchers from the Jülich Centre for Neutron Science at the Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Zentrum (MLZ) has achieved major advances in magnetic materials with strong potential for future electronic and quantum technologies. One study investigates a chiral antiferromagnetic semiconductor, while another examines a family of topological metals with an intricate, woven-like atomic structure.