Structure and dynamics Research update NMR gets seriously small Spinning coil probes nanolitre solids
Magnetism and spin Research update Wireless power a reality US team power a 60-W bulb using a remote electricity source Read article: Wireless power a reality
Quantum mechanics Research update Casimir force learns to swim Quantum attraction between mirrors also exists in fluids
Particles and interactions Research update LHC to skip low-energy test runs Magnet failure forces schedule change
Ultrafast science Research update European X-ray laser gets the go ahead Funding in place for construction to start early next year Read article: European X-ray laser gets the go ahead
Surfaces and interfaces Research update Big particles are secret to crack-free paint Physicists discover why some paints crack when they dry
Acoustics Research update Physicists SCORE for third world Low-cost device is a cooker, fridge and generator in one Read article: Physicists SCORE for third world
Low-temperature physics Research update Supersolids: the plot thickens Neutron scattering casts doubt over the existence of superfluidity within solids
Semiconductors and electronics Research update Quantum well fires single electrons on demand Nanosecond control of quantum dots brings an electron-based quantum computer closer to reality Read article: Quantum well fires single electrons on demand
Stars and solar physics Research update Quasar eclipses could clarify axion mystery Physicists propose new test for hypothetical dark-matter particles Read article: Quasar eclipses could clarify axion mystery