The Moon has been neglected by space scientists and astronomers alike since the Apollo days, but now we want to go back. Paul D Spudis explains what motivates the new vision of lun...
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Novel fusion reactor design paves the way to destroy ‘transuranic’ elements
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From boss of the CERN particle-physics lab to head of the UK’s fusion programme, Chris Llewellyn Smith has held some of the top jobs in physics. He talks to Michael Banks a...
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Explore the physics of fusion through interactive games on a simulated tokamak
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Minkowski proved wrong about momentum of light
The economy may be in a nosedive but there is plenty to look forward to in science this year
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HiPER project enters 'preparatory phase'
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Six leading physicists peek into the future
Opening this special issue marking the 20th anniversary of the launch of Physics World, Matin Durrani says that the magazine still has a vital role to play in th...
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Prize-winners rally behind Democratic nominee as he issues 'plan for science and innovation'
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