Modelling and simulation Research update Putting a damper on wobbly bridges New model explains why some bridges oscillate when walked on Read article: Putting a damper on wobbly bridges
Business and innovation Feature Bridging the gap in nanotech A theoretical nanoscientist examines the interface between academic research and industry Read article: Bridging the gap in nanotech
Modelling and simulation Blog Quantitative finance: what’s it really all about? The Physics World Discovery ebook Quantitative Finance by Commerzbank's Jessica James is now out
Structure and dynamics Research update Neural networks provide deep insights into the mysteries of water Simulations reveal the importance of van der Waals interactions Read article: Neural networks provide deep insights into the mysteries of water
Modelling and simulation Research update Einstein meets the dark sector in a new numerical code that simulates the universe Computer program applies general relativity on a huge scale Read article: Einstein meets the dark sector in a new numerical code that simulates the universe
Modelling and simulation Blog Shorter queues for taxiing planes? How to deal with the "mini-tornadoes" or wing-tip vortexes created by aircraft taking off Read article: Shorter queues for taxiing planes?
Modelling and simulation Feature How fictional models shape science Margaret Morrison explores “fictional” models in physics such as James Clerk Maxwell's invisible, all-pervasive “aether” Read article: How fictional models shape science
Modelling and simulation Video Bubble trouble: how physics can quantify stock-market crashes View on demand: an online lecture presented by Tobias Preis Read article: Bubble trouble: how physics can quantify stock-market crashes
Modelling and simulation Blog Can crowd dynamics modelling help prevent another Duisburg disaster? I caught up with a physicist who studies the movement of pedestrians
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