Plasma physics Research update Scientists create space plasmas at CERN Producing fast-moving "fireballs" in the lab could shed light on processes in extreme astrophysical emissions Read article: Scientists create space plasmas at CERN
Quantum sensors Research update Quantum-entangled photons are super-sensitive to Earth’s rotation Sagnac interferometer experiment prepares the ground for testing the effects of gravity on quantum states Read article: Quantum-entangled photons are super-sensitive to Earth’s rotation
Quantum Research update Inverse Mpemba effect seen in a trapped-ion qubit Quantum coherence and interference affect how qubits warm up Read article: Inverse Mpemba effect seen in a trapped-ion qubit
Surfaces and interfaces Research update Liquid–metal interfaces show large thermoelectric effect Discovery could help us better understand Jupiter’s magnetic field as well as improve liquid–metal batteries Read article: Liquid–metal interfaces show large thermoelectric effect
Atomic and molecular Research update Matter-wave interferometry puts new limits on ‘chameleon particles’ Gravity measurement benefits from optical lattice Read article: Matter-wave interferometry puts new limits on ‘chameleon particles’
Quantum computing Research update ‘Poor man’s Majoranas’ offer testbed for studying possible qubits A new approach could put Majorana particles on track to become a novel qubit platform, but some scientists doubt the results’ validity Read article: ‘Poor man’s Majoranas’ offer testbed for studying possible qubits
Emerging therapies Research update Low-frequency ultrasound triggers targeted drug delivery Targeted release of drugs from ultrasound-sensitive nanocarriers could minimize side-effects associated with conventional medication Read article: Low-frequency ultrasound triggers targeted drug delivery
Particle and nuclear Research update Charmonium’s onion-like structure is revealed by new calculations Prediction could be tested by upcoming Electron-Ion Collider Read article: Charmonium’s onion-like structure is revealed by new calculations
Polymers Research update Novel ‘glassy gel’ materials are strong yet stretchable Glassy gels that can stretch up to five times their original length could find use in areas ranging from batteries to adhesives Read article: Novel ‘glassy gel’ materials are strong yet stretchable
Optics and photonics Research update New diffractive camera hides images from view Technology based on diffractive optical process offers alternative to traditional encryption Read article: New diffractive camera hides images from view
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