Surfaces and interfaces Research update New formula explains the dynamics of fractal growth over time Equation can be applied from nano to macro scales Read article: New formula explains the dynamics of fractal growth over time
Surfaces and interfaces Research update Nanolayers make a coating of many colours Semiconductor film changes hue with thickness Read article: Nanolayers make a coating of many colours
Surfaces and interfaces Research update Negative friction surprises researchers Force increases with decreasing load Read article: Negative friction surprises researchers
Surfaces and interfaces Research update Carbon dioxide ‘corrodes’ ice, say scientists Rising greenhouse-gas concentrations could make glaciers more likely to crack Read article: Carbon dioxide ‘corrodes’ ice, say scientists
Ultracold matter Research update Spin friction seen for a single atom Magnitude of effect is "surprisingly large" Read article: Spin friction seen for a single atom
Everyday science Video What is molecular gastronomy? Peter Barham explains how fundamental science can help to produce delicious food Read article: What is molecular gastronomy?
Surfaces and interfaces Research update Metamaterial switches on to the tune of light Potential applications include radar and communications Read article: Metamaterial switches on to the tune of light
Surfaces and interfaces Research update Condensed-matter trio scoop Dirac prize Three theorists win Dirac's birthday medal for their work on topological insulators Read article: Condensed-matter trio scoop Dirac prize
Transport properties Research update Hairy solution to making sensitive artificial skin Simple sensor can measure pressure, shear and torsion Read article: Hairy solution to making sensitive artificial skin
Surfaces and interfaces Research update Polymers help assemble complex nanofeatures New technique from MIT could help pack more electronic components onto a microchip Read article: Polymers help assemble complex nanofeatures
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