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Mathematical physics Research update Tackling hospital epidemics Techniques from physics have been used to model the spread of MRSA and other diseases in hospitals
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Particles and interactions Research update Particle physicists discover new meson Hybrid meson was first predicted 25 years ago but has never been seen before
Complex systems Research update Physicists tackle polluted rivers New technique can pinpoint the source of chemical pollutants
Read article: Art turns to thermodynamics Surfaces and interfaces Research update Art turns to thermodynamics Computer simulations could help date paintings and spot fakes
Read article: Taking a close look at Titan Telescopes and space missions Research update Taking a close look at Titan Cassini mission sheds new light on Saturn’s largest moon
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