Surfaces and interfaces Research update Microscope “fingerprints” atoms Atomic force microscope benefits from sensitive calibration Read article: Microscope “fingerprints” atoms
Telescopes and space missions Research update A moon that puts a shine on its neighbours Eruptions "sandblast" nearby satellites of Saturn Read article: A moon that puts a shine on its neighbours
Structure and dynamics Research update Molecules self-assemble into stripes Simple technique allows electrons to be confined on surfaces
Ultrafast science Research update Ultrafast probe uses femtosecond electron pulses New pulsed source for electron microscopy
Soft matter and liquids Research update Lensless x-ray microscope focuses on biological samples Overlapping diffraction patterns provide almost instantaneous images
Microscopy Research update Ultrafast electron microscope makes movies Structural transition followed with femtosecond accuracy Read article: Ultrafast electron microscope makes movies
Soft matter and liquids Research update Chiral liquid splits light by polarization Fresnel's theory proved at long last Read article: Chiral liquid splits light by polarization
Stars and solar physics Research update 3D solar satellites blast off A NASA mission with a unique view of the Sun will improve predictions of violent space weather Read article: 3D solar satellites blast off
Stars and solar physics Research update Bubbles never forget The singularities of bubble formation could shed light on black holes or supernovae Read article: Bubbles never forget
Stars and solar physics Research update Doughnuts cause stars to gain weight Astronomers find new evidence that could explain how massive stars are formed. Read article: Doughnuts cause stars to gain weight