1,600-Year-Old Mysterious Colour-Changing Roman Glass was Replicated by Nanotechnology
A technician at the University of Sheffield has successfully reproduced the dichroic glass effect found in the ancient Lycurgus Cup, a 4th-century AD artifact that shifts between jade green and ruby red depending on light positioning.
Dr Lisa Hollands achieved this breakthrough after extensive research with Professor Caroline Jackson, determining that incorporating precise amounts of gold and silver nanoparticles into the glass recipe was the key to the Roman mystery.
The successful recreation allows for a consistent, repeatable method for producing this rare optical phenomenon, which had previously confounded experts and glassmakers for centuries.
Following the scientific replication, glass artist Elliot Walker was commissioned to create a contemporary sculpture using the new material, blending the myth of Lycurgus with classic artistic forms.
This new artwork is scheduled to debut at the University of Sheffield’s Festival of the Mind in November 2026 before finding a permanent home at the University’s Turner Museum of Glass.
Beyond its decorative use, the research provides valuable insights into nanoparticle behaviour that will support advancements in photonic materials and the management of radioactive waste.
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What a heartbreaking week it has been. Sir Patrick Stewart was a friend, a colleague, and a magnificent actor. From the stage to the bridge of the Enterprise, he brought intelligence, grace, and a deep sense of humanity to everything he did. Captain Picard stood for the best of us, and so did the man who played him. I was filled with affection and admiration for him and his work.
My heart goes out to Sunny and his family. He will be deeply missed.
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Buckingham Palace Honours Sir Patrick Stewart (1940–2026) with Star Trek Theme Tune 🕊️
The Band of the Grenadier Guards performs the iconic Star Trek theme at Buckingham Palace in honour of Sir Patrick Stewart, following the sad news of his passing.
Queen Elizabeth II knighted Sir Patrick Stewart in 2010, recognising his outstanding contribution to drama and the arts 🇬🇧
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East: how do we get metals/commodities to be treated more like cash so we can leverage them
West: how do we prevent them from doing that or at least slow them down until we get more.
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Canada's next great energy chapter is being written beneath the Saskatchewan Prairies.
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