Quantum Research update Trapped ion quantum technology gets smaller Portable device could find applications in quantum computing and optical clocks Read article: Trapped ion quantum technology gets smaller
Planetary science Research update Perseverance finds evidence for an ancient river delta on Mars New analyses of the Jezero impact crater reveal signs of flowing water Read article: Perseverance finds evidence for an ancient river delta on Mars
Magnetism and spin Research update Miniature magnets break field strength record New coiled device could rival expensive magnet facilities, say scientists Read article: Miniature magnets break field strength record
Devices and structures Research update Magnetic microrobot swarm moves objects with water Microrobots harness fluidic torque to move millimetre-sized objects without physical contact Read article: Magnetic microrobot swarm moves objects with water
Climate Research update Where do thunderstorms form? Soil moisture and wind patterns are important, reveals new study Read article: Where do thunderstorms form?
Condensed matter Research update Magnetic friction defies centuries-old law Sensing and programmable metamaterials could benefit from discovery Read article: Magnetic friction defies centuries-old law
Superconductivity Research update Pressure quench increases superconducting transition temperature New protocol could lead to ambient-pressure room-temperature superconductivity Read article: Pressure quench increases superconducting transition temperature
Particle and nuclear Research update Heavier cousin of the proton discovered at the LHC LHCb spots elusive particle in just one year of data Read article: Heavier cousin of the proton discovered at the LHC
Devices and structures Research update Diamond films cool down electronics precisely where needed Patterned diamond films could extend the lifespan of electronic devices by removing unwanted heat Read article: Diamond films cool down electronics precisely where needed
Condensed matter Research update Electrosolvation force can act over long distances Attractive force between a pair of like-charged colloidal particles is measured Read article: Electrosolvation force can act over long distances