Constants and units Research update Negative refraction goes acoustic Sounds waves follow light waves into materials with novel properties
Read article: Single spins come into view Nuclear medicine Research update Single spins come into view Magnetic resonance gives atomic force microscopy an extra dimension
Stars and solar physics Research update Did cosmic rays cause ice ages? Three physicists have challenged the standard model of glacial cycles and ice ages
Particle and nuclear Research update Magical helium clusters Some numbers are better than others for atoms
Read article: Quantum change for nanotubes Nanomaterials Research update Quantum change for nanotubes Turning metals into semiconductors and vice versa
Medical physics Research update Supersonic boom for ultrasound Sonic booms could lead to better images
Read article: Quantum well energizes nanocrystals Semiconductors and electronics Research update Quantum well energizes nanocrystals Scientists have transferred energy to nanocrystals from quantum wells without electrical contacts
Structure and dynamics Research update Microscopy moves to 4D X-ray device reveals new insights into metals
Read article: Old galaxies shed new light on young universe Cosmology Research update Old galaxies shed new light on young universe Massive galaxies formed much earlier in the history of the universe than models predict
Lasers Research update US team breaks power density record Researchers create a focused laser spot with the highest intensity to date
Optics & Photonics Briefing This issue explores lasers and detectors, solar power, medical imaging and high-resolution displays