Phonon-polaritons are a unique type of electromagnetic wave that occurs when light interacts with vibrations in a material's ...

These properties arise from the local resonances and complex wave interactions ... as Brillouin light scattering, ultrafast laser spectroscopy, and scanning thermal microscopy are used to study the ...

Scientists have made a significant leap in developing lasers that use sound waves instead of light. These phonon lasers hold promise for advancements in medical imaging, deep-sea exploration ...