400,000-pixel nanowire camera able to capture single photons

Plus: British 'Storm Shadow' missile downed and captured by Russia Scientists have created a photon camera capable of capturing images at an astonishing resolution of 400,000 pixels. The camera, a superconducting nanowire single-photon detector, is the largest of its kind — with 400 times more pixels than its closest rival — and captures light across a wide range of wavelengths, from infrared to ultraviolet. It can snap images in mere picoseconds, allowing it to detect single photons. This achievement opens up exciting possibilities in many areas, from astronomy to neuroscience, as you'll learn in today’s [Must Read]( article, below. 🎬 But first, here’s [your video of the day](. Good morning. I’m Tim, an Editor at IE. This is the Blueprint. Let’s get into it. Last Sunday, Blueprint subscribers learned about how low power photovoltaic cells could replace disposable batteries. Don't miss out — [subscribe to IE+]( today to receive exclusive interviews, features, and much more. VIDEO OF THE DAY [20 coolest gadgets that you will need this summer]( [20 coolest gadgets that you will need this summer]( As the summer season approaches, it's time to gear up and make the most out of those sunny days. In this video, we are taking a deep dive into the world of the latest tech gadgets specifically designed to enhance your summer fun. MUST READ [Nanowire camera]( [Newly built camera captures images of a photon 400-times better than ever before]( The new superconducting nanowire single-photon detector (SNSPD) is the most capable [photon camera]( ever made, and the range of its potential applications is vast. In the field of space exploration, it can aid in the detection of exoplanets by capturing their faint light, potentially leading to the discovery of worlds capable of supporting life. On Earth, the SNSPD can be used for non-invasive studies of brain activity, enabling researchers to examine neuronal signals without disrupting living tissue. What else? The nanowire sensor's high precision and speed also make it suitable for the exploration of the non-local nature of reality, studying dark matter, mapping the early universe, and advancing quantum computation and communication. Click below to learn more about the development of this photon camera and its enormous potential to transform scientific imaging. [Read More]( INNOVATION British 'Storm Shadow' missile downed and captured by Russia Images available on social media indicate that Russian forces have brought down and captured a British "Storm Shadow" missile. Donated by the British to Ukraine, these are some of the most advanced cruise missiles in service. The capture of one, albeit mostly destroyed, would likely be a very real prize for Russian military intelligence. [Read More]( THE SPONSOR OF THE DAY [Wellbots]( [Fed up with all the frequent power cuts disrupting your routine? 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