Read article: Superconductivity theorist Leon Cooper dies aged 94
Superconductivity theorist Leon Cooper dies aged 94
Cooper carried out research into superconductivity and neuroscience
News
Read article: Superconductivity theorist Leon Cooper dies aged 94
Read article: US Department of Energy announces new Fermilab contractor
US Department of Energy announces new Fermilab contractor
Yet some see little change in the selection of Fermi Forward Discovery Group
Read article: Semiconductor pioneer Richard Friend bags 2024 Isaac Newton Medal and Prize
Semiconductor pioneer Richard Friend bags 2024 Isaac Newton Medal and Prize
Friend won for his work on the fundamental electronic properties of molecular semiconductors and in their engineering development
Read article: Pioneers of AI-based protein-structure prediction share 2024 chemistry Nobel prize
Pioneers of AI-based protein-structure prediction share 2024 chemistry Nobel prize
Protein designer is also honoured in this year’s award
Read article: John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton share the 2024 Nobel Prize for Physics
John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton share the 2024 Nobel Prize for Physics
Duo win for their work on machine learning
Read article: European Space Agency launches Hera mission to investigate asteroid ‘crash-scene’
European Space Agency launches Hera mission to investigate asteroid ‘crash-scene’
Hera will perform a close-up examination of a 2022 impact on Dimorphos by NASA's DART mission
Research updates
Read article: Bursts of embers play outsized role in wildfire spread, say physicists
Bursts of embers play outsized role in wildfire spread, say physicists
Experiments on tracking firebrands could improve predictions of spot-fire risks
Read article: Chip-based optical tweezers manipulate microparticles and cells from a distance
Chip-based optical tweezers manipulate microparticles and cells from a distance
Integrated optical phased array uses a tightly focused beam of light to trap and manipulate biological particles
Read article: Two distinct descriptions of nuclei unified for the first time
Two distinct descriptions of nuclei unified for the first time
Hybrid approach focuses on short-range-correlated nucleon pairs
Read article: Optical technique measures intramolecular distances with angstrom precision
Optical technique measures intramolecular distances with angstrom precision
Modified MINFLUX approach could be used to study biological processes inside cells
Read article: Daily adaptive proton therapy employed in the clinic for the first time
Daily adaptive proton therapy employed in the clinic for the first time
Researchers in Switzerland have integrated online daily adaptation into the clinical proton therapy workflow
Read article: Imaging method could detect Parkinson’s disease up to 20 years before symptoms appear
Imaging method could detect Parkinson’s disease up to 20 years before symptoms appear
A technique that combines super-resolution microscopy with advanced computational analysis could identify early signs of Parkinson’s disease
Physics World Jobs
Whether you’re still working out your career pathway or have a specific role in mind, we’re here to help. Bringing a diverse range of opportunities for jobseekers at all career stages, we’ll help you take the next step in your career and find your perfect job.
Features
Read article: From buckyballs to biological membranes: ISIS celebrates 40 years of neutron science
From buckyballs to biological membranes: ISIS celebrates 40 years of neutron science
As ISIS – the UK’s muon and neutron source – turns 40, Rosie de Laune and colleagues from ISIS explore the past, present and future of neutron scattering
Read article: How a next-generation particle collider could unravel the mysteries of the Higgs boson
How a next-generation particle collider could unravel the mysteries of the Higgs boson
Tulika Bose, Philip Burrows and Tara Shears discuss proposals for the next big particle collider
Read article: Pele’s hair-raising physics: glassy gifts from a volcano goddess
Pele’s hair-raising physics: glassy gifts from a volcano goddess
Volcanic hairs and tears reveal a wealth of information about what lies within lava
Read article: ‘Sometimes nature will surprise us.’ Juan Pedro Ochoa-Ricoux on eureka moments and the future of neutrino physics
‘Sometimes nature will surprise us.’ Juan Pedro Ochoa-Ricoux on eureka moments and the future of neutrino physics
Particle physicist Juan Pedro Ochoa-Ricoux talks about how the next generation of neutrino experiments will test the boundaries of the Standard Model
Read article: Field work – the physics of sheep, from phase transitions to collective motion
Field work – the physics of sheep, from phase transitions to collective motion
Physics sheds a new insight on the behaviour of sheep flocks, helping with new tips on shepherding
Read article: Taking the leap – how to prepare for your future in the quantum workforce
Taking the leap – how to prepare for your future in the quantum workforce
Katherine Skipper and Tushna Commissariat interview three experts in the quantum arena, to get their advice on careers in the quantum market
From the blog
Read article: AI enters the fold with the 2024 Nobel Prize for Physics:
AI enters the fold with the 2024 Nobel Prize for Physics:
Matin Durrani is pleased that the 2024 Nobel Prize for Physics brings AI under physicists' wing
Read article: First look at prototype telescope for the LISA gravitational-wave mission
First look at prototype telescope for the LISA gravitational-wave mission
The telescopes will be used to send and receive infrared laser beams between the three satellites in space
Read article: Gems from the Physics World archive: Isaac Asimov
Gems from the Physics World archive: Isaac Asimov
Science-fiction fans in the Physics World team have a clear favourite from 36 years of articles
Read article: Passing the torch: The “QuanTour” light source marks the International Year of Quantum
Passing the torch: The “QuanTour” light source marks the International Year of Quantum
Katherine Skipper visits the Cavendish laboratory in Cambridge to catch a quantum light source that’s touring Europe for the International Year of Quantum
Read article: Top-cited authors from China discuss the importance of citation metrics
Top-cited authors from China discuss the importance of citation metrics
More than 90 papers from China have been recognized with a top-cited paper award for 2024 from IOP Publishing
Read article: Roger Penrose: the Nobel laureate with a preference for transparencies over slideshows
Roger Penrose: the Nobel laureate with a preference for transparencies over slideshows
Tushna Commissariat recounts a fascinating chat with Roger Penrose
Analysis
Read article: IHEP-SDU in search of ‘quantum advantage’ to open new frontiers in high-energy physics
IHEP-SDU in search of ‘quantum advantage’ to open new frontiers in high-energy physics
Opportunities in quantum science and technology a high priority for China’s high-energy physicists
Read article: Quantum hackathon makes new connections
Quantum hackathon makes new connections
The 2024 UK Quantum Hackathon set new standards for engagement and collaboration
Read article: RadCalc QA: ensuring safe and efficient radiotherapy throughout Australia
RadCalc QA: ensuring safe and efficient radiotherapy throughout Australia
Cancer care provider GenesisCare is using LAP’s RadCalc platform to perform software-based quality assurance of all its radiotherapy treatment plans
Optics newsletter
Sign up for our new optics newsletter. Sent once every two months, the newsletter will bring all the latest optics research updates, industry news and feature articles straight to your inbox. To register simply sign in to your account and tick the “Optics – bimonthly” box.
Related jobs
-
Norfolk | Old Dominion University
Faculty in Applications of Data Science, Engineering, and/or Physics to Particle Accelerators
-
Finland | Aalto University
Assistant Professors in Computational Physics
-
Salisbury | Defence Science and Technology Laboratory
Laser Directed Energy Weapons Safety Professional
Related events
- Education and outreach | Conference International conference on Latest Advancements in Science, Management, Commerce and Educational Research (LASMCER) 2—3 November 2024 | Montreal, Canada
- Materials | Symposium AVS 70th International Symposium & Exhibition 3—8 November 2024 | Tampa, US
- Medical physics | Virtual event Virtual International Day of Medical Physics 2024 7 November 2024
Copyright © 2024 by IOP Publishing Ltd and individual contributors