Read article 'Wonderstruck wanderings'
The wonder and awe that we sense when we look at the starry skies is a major motivation to do science. Both Plato (Theaetetus 155d) and Aristotle (Metaphysics 982b12) wrote that philosophy starts in w...
Read article 'The full spectra of particle physics'
This textbook for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, written by experimental particle-physicist Pascal Paganini of Ecole Polytechnique, aims to teach Standard Model calculations of quantiti...
Read article 'High time for holographic cosmology'
On the Origin of Time is an intellectually thrilling book and a worthy sequel to Stephen Hawking’s bestsellers, writes Wolfgang Lerche.
Read article 'Detectors in Particle Physics: A Modern Introduction'
In their new text, Georg Viehhauser and Tony Weidberg offer an accessible and comprehensive introduction to the intricate world of particle detectors, writes Fabio Sauli.
Read article 'Herwig Schopper: Scientist and Diplomat in a Changing World'
It is rare and inspiring to be able to read the memoirs of a person who has celebrated their 100th birthday and yet is still exceptionally inquisitive and reflective, writes Albrecht Wagner.
Read article 'A logical freight train'
Michael Duff has published a timely reflection on Steven Weinberg's scientific legacy.
Read article 'New Challenges and Opportunities in Physics Education'
A guidebook for educators searching for innovative strategies to spice up their physics teachings or to better weave modern science into their lessons.
Read article 'The Many Voices of Modern Physics'
A rich glimpse into written science communication throughout a century that introduced many new and abstract concepts in physics.
Read article 'Advances in cosmology'
The papers assembled in this volume range in subject matter from dark-matter searches and gravitational waves to artistic and philosophical considerations.
Read article 'The Many Voices of Modern Physics: Written Communication Practices of Key Discoveries'
Joseph Harmon and Alan Gross follow the evolution of written science communication.
