Imaging Blog Can physics reveal the secrets of Egypt’s pyramids? Muon radiography and infrared imaging form part of the Scan Pyramids project
Quantum optics Research update Lasers burn holes in quantum security systems Hackers can create "loopholes on demand", say physicists Read article: Lasers burn holes in quantum security systems
Telescopes and space missions News European superscope reveals its three ‘first-light’ instruments Agreements signed for E-ELT's phase 1 instruments with the UK, France, Germany and other European states Read article: European superscope reveals its three ‘first-light’ instruments
Optical physics Research update New laser sweeps out its own frequency Technology could reduce the cost of LIDAR and retinal imaging systems Read article: New laser sweeps out its own frequency
Astroparticle physics Podcasts Inside the particle pyramid Using muons to hunt for hidden burial chambers inside Mexico's Pyramid of the Sun Read article: Inside the particle pyramid
Optical physics Video Painting with light The New York photographers who are defying the digital trend Read article: Painting with light
Vacuum and cryogenics Research update Tiny particles dance around each other in near-zero gravity $20,000 camera is dropped 3 m to understand how planets are formed Read article: Tiny particles dance around each other in near-zero gravity
Telescopes and space missions Research update US cosmic-ray observatory set for expansion Telescope Array in the Utah desert plans to quadruple in size Read article: US cosmic-ray observatory set for expansion
Telescopes and space missions Research update Philae comet lander wakes up from hibernation mode Probe could restart science operations soon Read article: Philae comet lander wakes up from hibernation mode
Imaging Blog Examining precious artefacts without breaking them Non-destructive testing lab can help Mexico preserve its cultural legacy