Physics World Weekly Podcast

Physics World Weekly offers a unique insight into the latest news, breakthroughs and innovations from the global scientific community. Our award-winning journalists reveal what has captured their imaginations about the stories in the news this week, which

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A Martian aurora, how the universe fades away, Heisenberg on holiday, physics of fake coins

Posted May 22, 2025 • 00:42:23

In this episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast I look at what’s new in the world of physics with the help of my colleagues Margaret...

Quantum computing for artists, musicians and game designers

Posted May 15, 2025 • 00:32:44

Many creative industries rely on cutting-edge digital technologies, so it is not surprising that this sector could easily become an early adopter of...

Molecular engineering and battery recycling: developing new technologies in quantum, medicine and energy

Posted May 8, 2025 • 00:35:31

This episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast comes from the Chicago metropolitan area – a scientific powerhouse that is home to two US...

Ferenc Krausz explains how ultrashort laser pulses could help detect disease

Posted May 1, 2025 • 00:30:36

This episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast features the Nobel laureate Ferenc...

Driving skills and innovation in the UK’s semiconductor industry

Posted April 24, 2025 • 00:33:52

This episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast features the materials scientist