Physics in Pictures

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Fluid Fracture

Pressing liquids as flat as possible yields unique designs.

Superconducting Nanowires

A scanning electron microscope image of superconducting nanowires.

Protecting Privacy with Quantum Computing

A schematic of a blind quantum computer that could protect user's privacy.

New Phase of Matter in Superconductor

High temperature superconductor spills secrets: a new phase of matter.

Devil’s Nano Postpile

Nanotubes mimic the Devil’s Postpile National Monument in eastern California.

About this Section

Physics in Pictures features exciting illustrations of nature's infinite variety and humankind's ingenuity. Each picture is accompanied by a brief explanation and links to a story on related current physics research.