This year’s award is shared by two independent teams
Read article: Quantum entanglement of two macroscopic objects is the Physics World 2021 Breakthrough of the Year
Quantum hardware and software businesses merge to create integrated quantum computing company
Read article: Honeywell Quantum Solutions and Cambridge Quantum Computing join forces to form Quantinuum
The Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer will investigate active galactic nuclei, quasars, pulsars and supernova remnants
Read article: NASA launches first dedicated X-ray mission to study the polarization of extreme cosmic objects
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: Physics World announces its finalists for the 2021 Breakthrough of the Year
Response follows open letter signed by 145 female scientists regarding dismissals and demotions involving female directors at Max Planck institutes
Read article: Max Planck Society responds to gender discrimination allegations
Deutsch’s work established quantum computation's fundamental idea, which is now known as the quantum bit, or “qubit”
Read article: Quantum physicist David Deutsch bags Isaac Newton Medal and Prize
The Double Asteroid Redirection Test craft aims to demonstrate how ‘kinetic impact’ can change an asteroid’s path in space
Read article: NASA launches first-of-a-kind DART mission to deflect asteroid
Physicists advocate for a UNESCO International Year of Quantum Science and Technology to be held in 2025
Read article: Learned societies propose ‘International Year of Quantum Science and Technology’ in 2025
New commitments on climate innovation but climate summit outcome looks set to disappoint
Read article: Science takes centre stage at COP26
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: Astro2020 Decadal Survey calls for ‘great observatory’ to succeed Hubble
