Scientists squeeze record-breaking X-ray power into an incredibly tiny spot

Nov 08, 2026 Last reply: 7 hours ago 1 Replies
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Scientists squeeze record-breaking X-ray power into an incredibly tiny spot Date: November 7, 2026 Source: European XFEL Summary: Scientists have created record-breaking X-ray flashes lasting just 300 attoseconds, concentrating enormous power into an incredibly tiny spot. The breakthrough could unlock a new way to observe electrons in action and potentially control the ultrafast processes that drive chemical reactions.


FELs, free electron lasers, are the ultimate short-wave light sources. Wait until ASML gets one. (They don't fit in a double-decker bus-sized box.)

Jeroen Belleman

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