Plasma physics Research update Plasma wakefield “turbocharges” particle accelerator SLAC's energy doubled within a metre Read article: Plasma wakefield “turbocharges” particle accelerator
Earth sciences Research update Ocean waves keep Earth humming Wave interaction exerts pressure on the continental shelf
Gravity Research update Extra dimensions could leave trace in Big Bang’s aftermath Shape of dimensions could affect observations by WMAP and Planck
Particles and interactions Research update New particle resolves erratic sightings of axions Dark matter particle can't emerge from the Sun's heat, claim physicists Read article: New particle resolves erratic sightings of axions
Telescopes and space missions Research update A moon that puts a shine on its neighbours Eruptions "sandblast" nearby satellites of Saturn Read article: A moon that puts a shine on its neighbours
Soft matter and liquids Research update Bubbles compute in logical devices Microfluidics merges chemistry and computation Read article: Bubbles compute in logical devices
Particles and interactions Research update Multibillion-dollar collider plans unveiled Physicists estimate that the International Linear Collider will cost at least $6.5bn
Ultrafast science Research update Storing light here — and retrieving it there Physicists demonstrate quantum indistinguishability using ultracold atoms
Projects and facilities Research update Diamond light source ready for business UK synchrotron opens its doors to users Read article: Diamond light source ready for business
Structure and dynamics Research update Molecules self-assemble into stripes Simple technique allows electrons to be confined on surfaces