The manipulation of a ferromagnet’s magnetization by circularly polarized light is traditionally explained by an effective magnetic field aligned with the light wavevector. Researchers at AIMR studying cobalt-platinum alloy films found a substantial, previously unreported torque that this picture cannot account for—one driven instead by electrons’ orbital angular momentum, coupled to magnetization through spin-orbit interaction.

By comparing dinosaur teeth with those of living animals, scientists can uncover clues about diet, feeding adaptations and evolution. Takafumi Kato, a professor of dinosaur paleontology at Okayama University of Science, explains how features such as serrations, wear patterns and dental batteries reveal how dinosaurs processed food. Similarities between the teeth of herbivorous dinosaurs and modern mammals also offer a striking example of convergent evolution, showing how unrelated animals can develop similar structures when adapting to perform the same function.

“There are many valuable macro- and micronutrients in high-quality bread made from wholegrain flour, and it is also an excellent source of fiber,” says Adrienn Szabó, a dietitian at Semmelweis University. The expert thus dispels the misconception that bread is unhealthy and fattening because it contains carbohydrates.

Professor Ah Hwee Tan, the new Dean of the School of Computing and Information Systems at SMU, aims to leverage the stability of a solid foundation as a platform for growth, innovation and strategic renewal.

SMU Lee Kong Chian Chair Professor Cheng Qiang finds proof of ChatGPT’s usefulness in stock trading but urges awareness of AI’s limitations.

SMU Associate Professor Liang Xu’s research shows how a basic AI system on inventory management can reap significant savings in time and labour for small-to-medium sized convenience store businesses.

AI companion apps are flourishing. Research co-authored by SMU Associate Professor Andree Hartanto examines a global phenomenon that has millions of users making emotional connections with software.

Research by SMU Assistant Professor Thivya Kandappu shows how structured motor guidance and embodied prompts can help beginners bridge the gap between creative intent and expressive digital drawing.

Each of the four members of the Ateneo BUILD-trained Philippine team won medals at the 2026 IOAI in Kazakhstan.