


Citizen scientists spot meteorite strike during lunar eclipse
Planetary geologist wants to hear from anyone who observed or photographed the event at 04:41:43 UTC


A macramé periodic table, medieval nun’s teeth illuminate her artisanship, elements through the ages
Excerpts from the Red Folder

100 Hours of Astronomy seeks to ignite the public’s passion for the skies
A key initiative to mark the centenary of the International Astronomical Union will see more than 500 events being held around the world

New Horizons team rocks Brian May, Philip Ball takes on Jeremy Paxman
Excerpts from the Red Folder

Welcome to 2019: the January issue of Physics World is now out
Happy new year! It's time to enjoy the latest edition of your favourite magazine

What to look forward to in 2019: Physics World editors make their predictions
In today's uncertain times, our editors try to predict what will happen in the scientific world in 2019

Snapshots through time
A special illustration, drawn by physicist and artist Clifford V Johnson to celebrate 30 years of Physics World

The 10 quirkiest physics stories of 2018
We revisit the physics behind the perfect pizza, an Earth made of blueberries and much more