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Read article: Flash Physics: SpaceX resumes space flights, Xenocs buys SAXSLAB, SNOLAB bags C$26m
Today's selection of need-to-know updates from the world of physics
Read article: UK science chief urges quantum-technologies boost
Time is right for commercialization, says innovation agency
Read article: New aeroplane wing changes shape to boost performance
Morphing design could improve manoeuvrability and fuel efficiency
Read article: The journey of a crisp
Louise Mayor discovers how physicists are optimizing the manufacture of this popular salty snack
Read article: Societies seek action on rising helium prices
New report looks to address crisis by working with vendors to develop helium-saving technologies
Read article: Taking the long view
Despite talk of skills shortages, most graduates in scientific disciplines take jobs outside science. Patrick White and Emma Smith reflect on why this is and what it means for the long-term career pro...
Read article: NASA hits back at millionaire in asteroid spat
Nathan Myhrvold at loggerheads with astrophysicists over asteroid analysis
Read article: Google gains new ground on universal quantum computer
Combination of digital and analogue computing methods may be the route towards a quantum computer
Watchmaker benefits from research on new materials and technologies
Jumping into action at yesterday's "birthday party" for the University of Strathclyde's Institute of Photonics
