Read article: Honeywell Quantum Solutions and Cambridge Quantum Computing join forces to form Quantinuum
Quantum hardware and software businesses merge to create integrated quantum computing company
Read article: NASA launches first dedicated X-ray mission to study the polarization of extreme cosmic objects
The Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer will investigate active galactic nuclei, quasars, pulsars and supernova remnants
Read article: Physics World announces its finalists for the 2021 Breakthrough of the Year
A "significant step" towards controlled nuclear fusion, entangled macroscopic drumheads and a theory-defying muon result are on our shortlist of the year's best work
Read article: Max Planck Society responds to gender discrimination allegations
Response follows open letter signed by 145 female scientists regarding dismissals and demotions involving female directors at Max Planck institutes
Read article: Quantum physicist David Deutsch bags Isaac Newton Medal and Prize
Deutsch’s work established quantum computation's fundamental idea, which is now known as the quantum bit, or “qubit”
Read article: NASA launches first-of-a-kind DART mission to deflect asteroid
The Double Asteroid Redirection Test craft aims to demonstrate how ‘kinetic impact’ can change an asteroid’s path in space
Read article: Learned societies propose ‘International Year of Quantum Science and Technology’ in 2025
Physicists advocate for a UNESCO International Year of Quantum Science and Technology to be held in 2025
Read article: Science takes centre stage at COP26
New commitments on climate innovation but climate summit outcome looks set to disappoint
Read article: Astro2020 Decadal Survey calls for ‘great observatory’ to succeed Hubble
Influential US Astro2020 panel recommends a space-based telescope operating from ultraviolet to near infra-red to be launched in the mid-2040s
Read article: Fusion industry predicts electricity generation by the 2030s
First report on the state of the fusion industry finds companies have accrued almost £2bn of investment in fusion energy
