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Quantum computing: is quantum mechanics the next computing superpower?
2025 is the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ), which recognizes 100 years since the development of quantum mechanics and aims to build public awareness of the importance of quantum science. One important application is quantum computing, but what exactly is quantum…
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Ashes and abs: testing calcium in gladiator tonic
Travel back to ancient Rome, test the calcium content of a gladiator recovery drink and compare it to today’s milk and sports drinks. History has never tasted this real!
Celestial cannibalism: investigating cataclysmic variable stars
Meet the universe’s ultimate drama queens – stars that steal, explode, and shine brighter than ever before.
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Articles from previous issues
Systems biology in the classroom?
Systems biology is one of the fastest growing fields in the life sciences. But what is it all about? And does it have a place in the classroom? Les…
Biology
Five things that matter about antimatter
Meet antimatter – nature’s invisible twin that could explain our existence and inspire our wildest stories.
Astronomy / space, Physics
An artistic introduction to anthocyanin inks
Making pH-sensitive inks from fruits and vegetables is a creative variation of the cabbage-indicator…
Physics, Biology, Chemistry, General science
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