Detectors and sensors Interview The terahertz revolution Measurement applications for terahertz radiation are "endless" Read article: The terahertz revolution
Telescopes and space missions Research update Single photons make the trek from space Quantum communications via satellite might soon be feasible
Ultrafast science Research update Graphene continues to amaze Carbon sheets are best at conducting heat Read article: Graphene continues to amaze
Transport properties Research update Firms call for support of ‘nanophotonics’ R&D in Europe Quantum-dot fabrication must be improved, says industry group
Microscopy Feature Physics for a safer world A job in the UK’s Home Office Scientific Development Branch Read article: Physics for a safer world
Nuclear physics Research update Mobile phones could spot dirty bombs System relies on many participants Read article: Mobile phones could spot dirty bombs
Ultracold matter Research update Light could trap and release bacteria Optofluidic simulations may lead to new sensors Read article: Light could trap and release bacteria
Stars and solar physics Feature In praise of Lord Kelvin David Saxon celebrates the great Victorian physicist Read article: In praise of Lord Kelvin
Soft matter and liquids Research update Tiny sphere detects bacteria Device puts organisms in a spin Read article: Tiny sphere detects bacteria
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