Read article: Luminous protostar sheds light on the origins of Earth’s water
Study of protoplanetary disc suggests that much of Earth’s water has interstellar origins
Read article: Sound mimics gravity in experiment that simulates convection in stars and planets
Simulation could shed light on magnetic geodynamos
Read article: ‘Volatile’ elements in inner solar system have several different origins
Understanding volatile origins could inform search for life on other planets
Read article: Compact mass spectrometer could search for life on distant moons
Instrument combines laser desorption with an Orbitrap analyser
Read article: Sound-speed measurements shed light on Earth’s interior
Measurements of the velocity of sound in pure iron at high pressures suggest our planet’s core contains traces of silicon and sulphur
Read article: Wind energy could power human habitations on Mars
Surprising study could lead to re-appraisal of potential landing sites
Read article: How to deflect an asteroid: DART’s Andrew Cheng on the Physics World Breakthrough of the Year
Mission scientist recalls one of the greatest moments of his life
Read article: Deflection of a near-Earth asteroid by DART is the Physics World 2022 Breakthrough of the Year
This year’s award celebrates a feat that could someday save Earth
Read article: Meteorites have a seismic effect on Mars, revealing what lies below the surface
Impacts give scientists a better understanding of the Red Planet’s interior
Read article: Laughing gas could point to alien life on Earth-like planets
Nitrous oxide could be a useful biosignature for some exoplanets
