Read article: Physicists propose new solution to the neutron lifetime puzzle
Different neutron states could explain why different experiments produce different figures for how long neutrons survive before decaying
Read article: Axion clouds around neutron stars could reveal dark matter origins
Interactions between these as-yet hypothetical particles and neutron stars' strong magnetic field would produce photons that radio telescopes can detect
Read article: Nanocrystal shape affects molecular binding
Flatter nanocrystals are unexpectedly good at getting ligands to attach to them, which could have applications in electronics and biomedical science
Read article: Mysterious brown dwarf is two objects, not one
Binary nature of Gliese 229 B explains its lacklustre brightness
Read article: Bursts of embers play outsized role in wildfire spread, say physicists
Experiments on tracking firebrands could improve predictions of spot-fire risks
Read article: Chip-based optical tweezers manipulate microparticles and cells from a distance
Integrated optical phased array uses a tightly focused beam of light to trap and manipulate biological particles
Read article: Two distinct descriptions of nuclei unified for the first time
Hybrid approach focuses on short-range-correlated nucleon pairs
Read article: Optical technique measures intramolecular distances with angstrom precision
Modified MINFLUX approach could be used to study biological processes inside cells
Read article: Daily adaptive proton therapy employed in the clinic for the first time
Researchers in Switzerland have integrated online daily adaptation into the clinical proton therapy workflow
Read article: Imaging method could detect Parkinson’s disease up to 20 years before symptoms appear
A technique that combines super-resolution microscopy with advanced computational analysis could identify early signs of Parkinson’s disease
