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Read article: Tell-tale signs of fatigue appear early in metals Materials Research update Tell-tale signs of fatigue appear early in metals New measurements reveal that the fatigue strength of a metallic material can be informed after the first loading cycle
Read article: Simulations shed light on fluid dynamics of the gut Biophysics Research update Simulations shed light on fluid dynamics of the gut The human gut alternates between different fluid flow patterns to optimize nutrient absorption while regulating bacterial growth
Read article: New neutral-atom qubit offers advantages for quantum computing Quantum computing Research update New neutral-atom qubit offers advantages for quantum computing First demonstrations of ytterbium atoms in a quantum processor could lead to a new platform for quantum computation
Read article: Placenta-on-a-chip simulates nutrient transport between mother and foetus Biomedical devices Research update Placenta-on-a-chip simulates nutrient transport between mother and foetus A novel 3D microfluidic device could help develop life-saving treatments for placental malaria
Read article: Micromasers make a promising platform for quantum batteries Quantum Research update Micromasers make a promising platform for quantum batteries Theoretical study shows the technology may be a reliable way of storing energy
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