Duncan Haldane: Toying with Topology

This year, Nobel Laureate Duncan Haldane attended the Lindau Meetings for the first time. Science writer Ben Skuse explains the topological concept for which Haldane received the 2016 Nobel Prize in Physics.

From ‘Star Wars’ to Geophysics

#LINO19 young scientist Jana Lasser researched why patterns form in salt deserts – find out what this has to do with Star Wars.

Physics ex Machina

#LINO19 young scientist Kyle Godbey makes the case for embracing computer science in the pursuit of physical understanding.

Unentangling a Quantum Enigma

How a simple experiment 140 years ago led to seven Nobel Prizes and why it continues to fascinate physicists today.

Hot and Cold: Laser Technology in Science...

Laser technologies have not only led to groundbreaking discoveries in science but have also changed our daily lives.

How a Physics Nobel Prize Led to...

On 20 May 2019, new definitions of the System of Units (SI) come into force. How did the work of Nobel Laureate Klaus von Klitzing contribute to the improved SI.

How Biomimicry Leads to New Discoveries

Disciplines such as bionics and biomimetics take inspiration from the natural world to tackle human problems, leading to new findings in physics, engineering, and technology.

A New Generation of Supercolliders

Physicists in both China and the European Union have announced plans for new supercolliders that will eclipse the size, power, and speed of the world’s current leader, the Large Hadron Collider at CERN. What lies in store for the next generation of supercolliders?

The ‘Wonder Material’: How Graphene Is Set...

There are many ways how the ‘wonder material’ graphene could improve our lives – still some hurdles have to be overcome.

Basic Research: ‘What Has Physics Ever Done...

While the benefits of basic physics research may not always be so obvious, as the seed from which tomorrow’s big technological advances will grow, it must be nurtured.