Transport properties Research update When graphene meets negative refraction Researchers think that graphene could be used to make a tiny electron lens Read article: When graphene meets negative refraction
Surfaces and interfaces Research update Microscope “fingerprints” atoms Atomic force microscope benefits from sensitive calibration Read article: Microscope “fingerprints” atoms
Ultrafast science Research update Storing light here — and retrieving it there Physicists demonstrate quantum indistinguishability using ultracold atoms
Structure and dynamics Research update Molecules self-assemble into stripes Simple technique allows electrons to be confined on surfaces
Structure and dynamics Research update Tiny mass detectors come out of the cold 100 zeptogram resolution achieved at room temperature and atmospheric pressure
Ultrafast science Research update Ultrafast probe uses femtosecond electron pulses New pulsed source for electron microscopy
Structure and dynamics Research update GEANT4 helps hadrons destroy tumours Particle-physics software improves cancer therapy
Ultracold matter Opinion and reviews Blog life: Uncertain Principles Our new column on blogs Read article: Blog life: Uncertain Principles
Structure and dynamics Research update Hydrogen storage goes metal-free New low-cost materials could accelerate the drive towards hydrogen vehicles
Transport properties Research update Graphene makes its mark on spin Physicists think that layers of graphite could be used in spin-based electronics Read article: Graphene makes its mark on spin
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