Read article: Ultracold atom takes a quantum walk Ultracold matter Research update Ultracold atom takes a quantum walk Observation could shed light on the crossover between quantum and classical mechanics
Soft matter and liquids Research update DNA sorts carbon nanotubes Liquid chromatography used to separate metal tubes from semiconductors
Read article: Thunderclouds accelerate cosmic electrons Telescopes and space missions Research update Thunderclouds accelerate cosmic electrons Physicists explain how gamma rays are generated in clouds
Read article: T-shaped probe exposes protein elasticity Surfaces and interfaces Research update T-shaped probe exposes protein elasticity New microscope technique identifies flexible regions of proteins
Read article: Lasers look inside human bones Soft matter and liquids Research update Lasers look inside human bones Spectroscopy could help medics detect bone disease
Read article: Single molecule switches light Quantum mechanics Research update Single molecule switches light World's smallest optical transistor brings optical computers a step closer
Read article: Alan Guth bags Isaac Newton medal Particles and interactions Research update Alan Guth bags Isaac Newton medal Inflationary universe pioneer to be honoured in London
Read article: Intense X-rays expose Alzheimer’s disease Soft matter and liquids Research update Intense X-rays expose Alzheimer’s disease Diffraction enhanced X-ray imaging promises better brain scans
Read article: Diamond targets biological threats Nanomaterials Research update Diamond targets biological threats Tiny detectors could warn of hazardous conditions
Read article: UK physics hit by new cuts Soft matter and liquids Research update UK physics hit by new cuts Science and Technology Facilities Council outlines reduced programme for 2009-10
Optics & Photonics Briefing This issue explores lasers and detectors, solar power, medical imaging and high-resolution displays