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Print edition: February 2003
Features
The first objects in the universe
Computer simulations and powerful telescopes probe the first galaxies in the universe
Single photons on demand
Quantum cryptography and information processing may benefit from developments in novel light sources
Physics in Action
Sunspots reveal their dark side
The latest observations on sunspots have revealed intriguing dark cores
Post-deadline
Life, death and physics
Spasers come into sharp focus
Nanotechnology is good for the heart
News & Analysis
ESA postpones Rosetta mission
Observatory gutted by fire
India revamps its science policy
Biggest robotic telescope set to shine
Futuristic device defies law
Have we measured the speed of gravity?
Leicester sets up new i-science degree
Resignations put Los Alamos in limbo
Physicists uncertain over higher fees
UK hands out technology cash
Surveys show shortage of scientists
Researchers' anger grows
Janna Levin: Physics - up front and personal
Liquid-mirror telescopes cause a stir
Nanotubes transform into flow sensors
Editorial
Critical Point
Reviews
Pauli's life with no exclusions
Lovely metre, metre made
Careers
Building a career in physics
Lateral Thoughts
Back to school