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Researchers Discover Quantum Magnetoreceptors, Revolutionizing Sensor Technology

1/17/2025

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Researchers at the University of Crete, Greece, have unveiled a groundbreaking discovery: two types of biological magnetoreceptors that can detect magnetic fields at the quantum limit. This remarkable finding opens the door to designing cutting-edge magnetic-sensing devices, paving the way for future technologies that could harness the incredible sensitivity of these natural sensors.

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Researchers at the University of Crete, Greece, have unveiled a groundbreaking discovery: two types of biological magnetoreceptors that can detect magnetic fields at the quantum limit. This remarkable finding opens the door to designing cutting-edge magnetic-sensing devices, paving the way for future technologies that could harness the incredible sensitivity of these natural sensors.