Jakir Ahmed

All-photonic switching of a benzo[e]-fused dimethyldihydropyrene-azobenzene dyad in solid state for logic operations Molecular switches offer high-precision tools for achieving photoresponsive control across a wide range of applications, from solar thermal energy storage systems to information processing. Molecular photoswitches are important components for the development of high-density memory devices and photonic information processing.

For every crisis that comes to mind, we often have a plan in place. In the event of a fire, our response is quick and methodical. Escape routes are thoughtfully designed, fire extinguishers are easily accessible, and everyone knows to call the fire brigade to ensure help is on the way. Similarly, when faced with the prospect of losing our jobs, we take practical steps such as saving funds to help us through the transition until we find another source of income.

A woman from the Ansaar once felt disheartened for missing the chance to perform Hajj with the Prophet ﷺ. When she explained her situation to the beloved Rasul, he ﷺ comforted her by suggesting that performing Umrah in the month of Ramadan would be equivalent to completing Hajj with him.1  This virtue has endured over time, and millions of pilgrims descend upon Makkah each Ramadan in the hope of attaining this reward.