Particles and interactions Research update Fermilab data hint at Higgs boson Particle fits in to "supersymmetric" standard model Read article: Fermilab data hint at Higgs boson
Metrology Research update Model puts new spin on hurricane prediction High-resolution data explain curious "eyewall replacement" Read article: Model puts new spin on hurricane prediction
Transport properties Research update When graphene meets negative refraction Researchers think that graphene could be used to make a tiny electron lens Read article: When graphene meets negative refraction
Optical physics Research update Nanorods make “ideal” anti-reflection coatings Material first thin optical film with refractive index close to air Read article: Nanorods make “ideal” anti-reflection coatings
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