Surfaces and interfaces Research update Microscope “fingerprints” atoms Atomic force microscope benefits from sensitive calibration Read article: Microscope “fingerprints” atoms
Nanomaterials Research update Quantized magnetoresistance observed for the first time Resistance changes in steps
Education and outreach Research update European Research Council launched today Scientists set to get their hands on extra Euro 7.5bn Read article: European Research Council launched today
Dark matter and energy Research update Limits set on size of dark matter clumps Supernovae data favour "WIMPs"
Soft matter and liquids Research update “Chemical origami” shrinks 2D discs into 3D objects Technique could create prototypes in engineering
Mathematical physics Research update Islamic ‘quasicrystals’ predate Penrose tiles Medieval mathematicians 500 years ahead of the West, claim physicists Read article: Islamic ‘quasicrystals’ predate Penrose tiles
Stars and solar physics Research update Magnetic fields put the heat on neutron stars Heating observed at relatively low field strengths
Magnetism and spin Research update Magnet misbehaves near absolute zero Quantum phase transition defies conventional classification
Surfaces and interfaces Research update Bacterium battles against the current Unusual ability could help spread infection Read article: Bacterium battles against the current
Quantum optics Research update Photons denied a glimpse of their observer Wheeler's delayed-choice thought experiment realized Read article: Photons denied a glimpse of their observer
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