Free electron topological bound state induced by a light beam with a twisted wavefront
Researchers have developed a method to manipulate free electrons using twisted laser fields to create topologically protected bound states. This discovery expands the understanding of quantum effects beyond solid-state materials into free space.
Why it matters
This fundamental physics research could lead to new ways of controlling quantum information and light-matter interactions.
Nature Communications ( 2026 ) Cite this article
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