Quantum Research update The string-theory landscape String theorists have found a way to describe an accelerating universe Read article: The string-theory landscape
Semiconductors and electronics Research update Photonic crystals boost semiconductor lasers Physicists in the US have made a new type of surface-emitting laser
Telescopes and space missions Research update A new spin on black holes The black hole at the centre of the Milky Way is rotating Read article: A new spin on black holes
Vacuum and cryogenics Research update Gold plating on the cheap Gold nitride could cut costs for the electronics industry Read article: Gold plating on the cheap
Telescopes and space missions Research update Cosmic-ray detector breaks size record Massive experiment should solve mystery of ultrahigh-energy particles from space Read article: Cosmic-ray detector breaks size record
Superconductivity Research update Super-cool detector spots single photons Superconducting approach could have big benefits for astronomy Read article: Super-cool detector spots single photons
Surfaces and interfaces Research update Extracting electricity from water Researchers from Canada have discovered the first new way to generate electricity for 160 years
Optical physics Research update Negative-index materials made easy Single crystal demonstrates negative refraction
Detectors and sensors Research update Frogs turn to physics How can aquatic frogs catch prey by night? Read article: Frogs turn to physics
Transport properties Research update New conductor stands the heat Scientists have made an alloy that does not expand or contract when heated