Devices and structures Research update Nano-optomechanical resonator detects low-frequency bacteria vibrations Spectrometry technique offers a new way to classify biological particles Read article: Nano-optomechanical resonator detects low-frequency bacteria vibrations
Diagnostic imaging Research update Dual-layer spectral CT proves feasible for routine practice Researchers from Heidelberg University Hospital add support to the clinical use of reduced-dose dual-layer spectral CT Read article: Dual-layer spectral CT proves feasible for routine practice
Advanced materials Research update New material could be used to make a liquid metal robot Crushed material returns to its original shape on heating Read article: New material could be used to make a liquid metal robot
Particle therapy Research update Proton CT system lines up for small-animal studies Simulations reveal the optimal design of a proton CT system for incorporation into a proton-based preclinical radiation research platform Read article: Proton CT system lines up for small-animal studies
Atomic and molecular Research update ‘Molecular movie’ shows how electrons rearrange to kick-off a chemical reaction X-ray technique could shed light on photosynthesis and vitamin D production Read article: ‘Molecular movie’ shows how electrons rearrange to kick-off a chemical reaction
Telescopes and space missions Research update Astronomers see first evidence of a new planet being born Combined measurements from two ESO telescopes provide evidence that a new planet is currently forming around the young star AB Aurigae Read article: Astronomers see first evidence of a new planet being born
Optical components Research update Optical phased array steers blue light New device could significantly reduce the size of the light projection components employed in many emerging applications Read article: Optical phased array steers blue light
Materials for energy Research update Wearable supercapacitor stores energy using human sweat Device eliminates the need for harmful battery electrolytes Read article: Wearable supercapacitor stores energy using human sweat
Particle therapy Research update Prompt gammas could measure body composition during particle therapy Proton and ion beam spectroscopy uses prompt gamma emission to determine oxygen and calcium concentrations in the human body Read article: Prompt gammas could measure body composition during particle therapy
Diagnostic imaging Research update Retinal imaging goes high resolution New technique allows the cells involved in age-related macular degeneration to be observed more easily, raising hopes for earlier diagnosis Read article: Retinal imaging goes high resolution