Ultrafast science Research update Controlling ferromagnetic domains using light Unexplained discovery could have major impact on data-storage methods Read article: Controlling ferromagnetic domains using light
Structure and dynamics Research update Plasmons excite hot carriers Research could help enhance solar-energy conversion in photovoltaic devices Read article: Plasmons excite hot carriers
Nuclear power Research update Laser shines a new light on isotope separation Energy-efficient technique could be adapted for medical use
Stars and solar physics Research update Lasers ignite ‘supernovae’ in the lab Experiment studies effects of turbulence on powerful magnetic fields Read article: Lasers ignite ‘supernovae’ in the lab
Semiconductors and electronics Research update Laser mimics biological neurons using light Micropillars are the latest bright idea for artificial brains Read article: Laser mimics biological neurons using light
Optical physics Opinion and reviews Edible lasers and death rays Jeff Hecht reviews an "old-fashioned cabinet of wonders" from the field of optics and photonics Read article: Edible lasers and death rays
Semiconductors and electronics Research update Plasmonic waveguide stops light in its tracks Design could help build 'stopped-light laser' Read article: Plasmonic waveguide stops light in its tracks
Ultrafast science Research update Interferometry tips the scales on antimatter New proposal for measuring how antihydrogen falls under gravity Read article: Interferometry tips the scales on antimatter
Ultrafast science Research update Dark field illuminates X-ray imaging New technique uses discarded X-rays to unmask materials Read article: Dark field illuminates X-ray imaging
Ultrafast science Research update Microscope exploits spooky action at a distance Entangled photons allow higher-contrast microscopy Read article: Microscope exploits spooky action at a distance
Optics & Photonics Briefing This issue explores lasers and detectors, solar power, medical imaging and high-resolution displays