Ethics Research update Gender bias found in recommendation letters Male and female researchers write stronger recommendation letters for men, study reveals Read article: Gender bias found in recommendation letters
Quantum sensors Research update Quantum sensor targets gravity and magnetism New device could be a boon for mineral prospecting Read article: Quantum sensor targets gravity and magnetism
Semiconductors and electronics Research update Negative refraction of electrons spotted in graphene Sought-after effect could be used to create low-power electronic devices Read article: Negative refraction of electrons spotted in graphene
Telescopes and space missions Research update Rosetta mission ends with comet crash Spacecraft takes final measurements and readings before planned crash ends 12-year mission Read article: Rosetta mission ends with comet crash
Biophysics Research update Simulating inner strain that causes brains to bulge Researchers use models of soft solids to assess damage caused by craniectomies Read article: Simulating inner strain that causes brains to bulge
Detectors and sensors Research update Diamond magnetometer could help shrink computer hard drives Sensor can characterize broadband magnetic fields Read article: Diamond magnetometer could help shrink computer hard drives
Detectors and sensors Research update ‘Physical cryptography’ uses neutrons to compare nuclear warheads Technique can identify objects without knowing what they look like Read article: ‘Physical cryptography’ uses neutrons to compare nuclear warheads
Nanomaterials Research update Knitted nanotubes spin an electromechanical yarn New fabric could be used in artificial muscles and smart clothing Read article: Knitted nanotubes spin an electromechanical yarn
Quantum optics Research update Chip shifts frequencies of photon qubits New technology could help to link-up quantum devices Read article: Chip shifts frequencies of photon qubits
Nuclear physics Research update Some nuclei exist close to a quantum phase transition Discovery could shed light on production of heavy elements in stars Read article: Some nuclei exist close to a quantum phase transition
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