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British scientists create electron surf machine

06-12-2007 · EurekAlert!

Scientists at the UK's National Physical Laboratory and the Cavendish Laboratory of Cambridge University have found a new way to control the movement of individual electrons -- they are making them ride the crests of energy waves like surfers.

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