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Cerium Glows Yellow: Chemists Discover How to Control Luminescence of Rare Earth Elements
Researchers at HSE University and the Institute of Petrochemical Synthesis of the Russian Academy of Sciences have discovered a way to control both the colour and brightness of the glow emitted by rare earth elements. Their luminescence is generally predictable—for example, cerium typically emits light in the ultraviolet range. However, the scientists have demonstrated that this can be altered. They created a chemical environment in which a cerium ion began to emit a yellow glow. The findings could contribute to the development of new light sources, displays, and lasers. The study has been published in Optical Materials.
IX All-Russian Scientific Student Conference: Supporting Early-Career Scientists
The IX All-Russian Scientific Student Conference has taken place at the Nizhny Novgorod campus of HSE University, bringing together almost 200 early-career researchers and experts from 14 cities across Russia, from Kaliningrad to Vladivostok, as well as representatives from the African continent.
‘Running Isn’t About the Distance—It’s About the Company’
On April 23, 2025, the university's Runners Club met with Dmitry Tarasov, Director of the Moscow Marathon and Running Community Co-founder, at HSE University at Pokrovsky Bulvar. Meeting participants discussed the launch of the running season, the development of the HSE sports community, as well as the community's plans for the next few years.
Application deadline: May 20