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Fixing A Million Year Clock

A new, more accurate value for the half life of 60Fe could be used to fix an atomic clock that measures galactic history.

Laser Makes Microscopes Way Cooler

Using lasers to cool a nanowire probe makes atomic-force microscopy 20 times more sensitive, scientists say.

Bake Your Own Droplet Lens

Turn your smartphone into a microscope that has 160 times magnifying power with a cheap, do-it-yourself lens.

China’s Contribution To The Global Mitigation Effort

China has taken decisive action in recent years towards a more environmentally sustainable growth model, writes Ross Garnaut.