Optical physics Research update World’s “bluest” sky revealed Brazil is the place to visit if you want to enjoy the best blue sky Read article: World’s “bluest” sky revealed
Ultrafast science Research update Rydberg atom mirror makes its debut Physicists are able to stop and reflect highly excited hydrogen atoms
Surfaces and interfaces Research update A sensitive approach to frescoes Microwaves have been used to help save Renaissance wall-paintings Read article: A sensitive approach to frescoes
Transport properties Research update Organic transistors act as sensors New nanotube transistor could operate as an ultrasensitive chemical detector Read article: Organic transistors act as sensors
Surfaces and interfaces Research update Towards frictionless nanomachines Researchers find ways to cut friction at the nanoscale
Surfaces and interfaces Research update Holey germanium A new technique to make porous germanium could lead to better solar cells Read article: Holey germanium
Optical physics Research update LEDs target tumours Portable scanner could be used for the early detection of breast cancer Read article: LEDs target tumours
Transport properties Research update Single-electron counter breaks new record Japanese physicists build most sensitive ammeter to date Read article: Single-electron counter breaks new record
Optical physics Research update Insects inspire artificial eyes Scientists have made the first artificial eye using 3D polymer structures Read article: Insects inspire artificial eyes
Transport properties Research update Spray-on silicon makes its debut Scientists find way of making electronic devices using silicon from solution