Axon-mimicking Materials for Computing

Researchers have developed materials that mimic the behavior of axons, which transmit electrical impulses in the brain, to enhance computing efficiency. These materials, based on lanthanum cobalt oxide, spontaneously amplify electrical signals as they travel along transmission lines, avoiding energy losses common in metallic conductors. The discovery could revolutionize computing by reducing energy consumption and advancing artificial intelligence. These materials leverage an electronic phase transition, providing unique behaviors like signal amplification and negative resistance, potentially transforming future data centers and AI-driven technologies.

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