Read article: Ukraine invasion forced a fifth of scientists to flee the country in 2022, study finds
The impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine has also hit those researchers that stayed in the country
Read article: Brain–computer interface that allowed a paralysed man to walk is the Physics World 2023 Breakthrough of the Year
This year’s winners bring hope to people with spinal-cord injuries
Read article: Scientists with disabilities suffer $14,000 pay penalty, finds US study
Scientists who suffer from a disability that occurred early in their life earn around $14,000 less per year than their colleagues
Read article: US announces international plan to boost commercial fusion energy
US climate envoy John Kerry announced the move this week at the UN Climate Change Conference, COP28
Read article: Physics World reveals its top 10 Breakthroughs of the Year for 2023
A universe in a BEC, a double slit in time and supersonic cracks are on our list, with the overall winner unveiled on 14 December
Read article: Get offline and meet in person to make breakthroughs, claims study
Conceptual tasks that produce original ideas may require intensive, in-person communication
Read article: Ireland publishes national strategy for quantum research
Report describes Ireland as being ideally situated to capitalize on quantum for industry
Read article: Ireland set to join the CERN particle-physics lab
The application will be considered at CERN’s next council session in mid-December
Read article: Only 12% of prize recipients for awards named after male scientists are women, finds study
Scientific awards can impact career progression, making them an important focus for tackling gender bias
Read article: ‘Now is the time for action’ to reach net-zero climate targets, demands IOP report
Most physicists believe that on current trends the UK will fail to hit its climate goals
