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Read article: New ion trapping approach could help quantum computers scale up Quantum computing Research update New ion trapping approach could help quantum computers scale up Confining ions with static magnetic and electric fields instead of an oscillating radiofrequency field reduces heating and gives better position control
Read article: Sticky materials un-stick themselves in jumps Polymers Research update Sticky materials un-stick themselves in jumps New work could change the way we think about how soft materials adhere to surfaces
Read article: Scientists discover that like-charged particles can sometimes attract Structure and properties Research update Scientists discover that like-charged particles can sometimes attract Findings contradict central electromagnetic principle that the force between like charges is always repulsive
Read article: Space weather phenomenon observed in the lab for the first time Plasma physics Research update Space weather phenomenon observed in the lab for the first time Magnetosphere events known as whistler mode chorus emissions can now be produced in a controlled environment
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