Surfaces and interfaces Research update ‘Quantum reporters’ measure magnetic resonance of one proton Physicists turn quantum problem into an opportunity Read article: ‘Quantum reporters’ measure magnetic resonance of one proton
Telescopes and space missions Research update ‘Spectacular’ image shows planet formation in action New ALMA observation is like a very early snapshot of our solar system Read article: ‘Spectacular’ image shows planet formation in action
Ultracold matter Research update Colliding Bose–Einstein condensates vanish from sight Matter-wave solitons pass straight through each other Read article: Colliding Bose–Einstein condensates vanish from sight
Materials Research update Carbon nanotubes make molybdenum disulfide more active The catalytic activity of 2D MoS2 nanosheets benefits from single-walled carbon nanotubes using a scalable production process Read article: Carbon nanotubes make molybdenum disulfide more active
Mathematical physics Research update A few long jumps can make an epidemic Physicists simulate how long-distance travel spreads disease
Surfaces and interfaces Research update How to control magnetic atoms on graphene Discovery could lead to high-density data storage Read article: How to control magnetic atoms on graphene
Telescopes and space missions Research update Planet-forming stream found in binary star system Flowing gas and dust could feed planet formation in multiple-star systems Read article: Planet-forming stream found in binary star system
Transport properties Research update Plasmons convert light into a voltage Discovery of 'plasmoelectric effect' could lead to new solar cells Read article: Plasmons convert light into a voltage
Superconductivity Research update Superconductor finally goes with the FFLO Unusual response to strong magnetic fields seen at long last Read article: Superconductor finally goes with the FFLO
Surfaces and interfaces Research update Graphene boosts thermal conductivity of popular plastic Laminate material could find use in electronic and lighting devices Read article: Graphene boosts thermal conductivity of popular plastic
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