2D materials Feature Graphene at 20: why the ‘wonder material’ is finally coming good James McKenzie explains why graphene is finally delivering on its promise Read article: Graphene at 20: why the ‘wonder material’ is finally coming good
Acoustics Feature Sound and vision: synchrotron insights illuminate crystal nucleation and growth A new take on sonocrystallization is showing industrial promise at the Diamond Light Source Read article: Sound and vision: synchrotron insights illuminate crystal nucleation and growth
Quantum Feature Meet the ‘quantum plumbers’ uncovering the mysteries of fluid mechanics at the nanoscale Philip Ball investigates the strange quantum effects that control water flow in carbon nanotubes Read article: Meet the ‘quantum plumbers’ uncovering the mysteries of fluid mechanics at the nanoscale
Quantum Feature Why you shouldn’t be worried about talk of a ‘quantum winter’ James McKenzie examines the main messages from the recent State of Quantum 2024 report Read article: Why you shouldn’t be worried about talk of a ‘quantum winter’
Telescopes and space missions Feature Radio astronomy: from amateur roots to worldwide groups Emma Chapman on the amateur roots of radio astronomy, and the importance of balancing the scientific and engineering factions today Read article: Radio astronomy: from amateur roots to worldwide groups
History Feature When Bose wrote to Einstein: the power of diverse thinking Robert P Crease and Gino Elia celebrate the centenary of the prediction of Bose–Einstein condensation Read article: When Bose wrote to Einstein: the power of diverse thinking
Quantum computing Feature IHEP seeks quantum opportunities to fast-track fundamental science China’s Institute of High Energy Physics (IHEP) in Beijing is carrying out pioneering work in quantum computing and quantum machine learning to broaden its particle physics programme Read article: IHEP seeks quantum opportunities to fast-track fundamental science
Diversity and inclusion Feature Breaking barriers: embracing neurodiversity in neutron science Adam Berlie wants neurodivergent scientists to develop careers that reflect their unique strengths Read article: Breaking barriers: embracing neurodiversity in neutron science
Cosmology Feature Cosmic combat: delving into the battle between dark matter and modified gravity Keith Cooper digs into the struggles and successes of modifying gravity, 40 years since its conception Read article: Cosmic combat: delving into the battle between dark matter and modified gravity
Telescopes and space missions Feature Nuclear-powered spacecraft: why dreams of atomic rockets are back on Richard Corfield examines whether nuclear power could launch NASA’s next generation of rockets into space Read article: Nuclear-powered spacecraft: why dreams of atomic rockets are back on