The week in physics: Microplastics; Carbon tipping point; Loop-the-loops

Simulated microplastics lurk below the ocean surface Forward this email  View in your browser THE WEEK IN PHYSICS: 19–23 JULY Simulated microplastics lurk below the ocean surface A generalizable dynamics model shows that algal growth and a density gradient affect the buoyancy of floating debris. Alex Lopatka The Amazon's carbon tipping point The vast forest can no longer be counted on to help clean up humanity's environmental mess. Johanna L. Miller Webinar LIVE WEBINAR: Quantum Orchestration for Quantum Error Correction Quantum error correction is an essential aspect of superconducting quantum computing, but it faces various control challenges. We will discuss concatenated cat codes and demonstrate how the Quantum Orchestration Platform allows users to overcome these challenges and optimize performance. Register now. Steven Weinberg (1933–2021) FROM THE VAULT: April 1977 The future of unified gauge theories Gauge theories now point towards key roles for Higgs bosons, and possible particles with masses as high as 1017 GeV. Webinar LIVE WEBINAR: Wave Optics Simulations Tune into this webinar to learn how to perform full-wave optical simulations using the COMSOL Multiphysics® software. We will give an overview of the Wave Optics Module and demonstrate how to use it for simulating the propagation of a Gaussian beam through a light guide. Register now. Deaf scientists thrive with interpreters and technology Though still underrepresented in STEM, deaf and hard-of-hearing scientists are excelling in their fields and developing ways to more seamlessly communicate with their colleagues. Adria Schwarber Jerk causes energy loss on the loop-the-loop High-speed video analysis helps researchers characterize a ball's motion in the iconic demonstration. Madison Brewer Advertisement MARK YOUR CALENDAR: SPECIAL CAREERS ISSUE The October 2021 issue of Physics Today will mark the third annual special issue focused on careers & recruitment. Don't miss out on the hottest jobs, career advancement advice, real insights from those in the field and special recruitment packages that deliver! Learn more. FROM THE JULY MAGAZINE Lead-208 nuclei have thick skins A precise measurement of the nucleons' radial extent constrains models of dense nuclear matter. Christine Middleton Get notified about our webinars and whitepapers Sign up Get Physics Today delivered for just $25 per year Subscribe FEATURED JOBS > Postdoctoral Research Positions- Medical Physics and Engineering   |  UT Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Radiation Oncology > Teaching Lab Supervisor - Physics and Astronomy  |  University of New Mexico Are you hiring? Do you want your job to appear here? Post with Physics Today and select the "Featured Job Listing: Physics Today 'The Week in Physics' e-newsletter" upgrade to easily showcase your job to 66 000 physicists and engineers. Physics Today is published by the American Institute of Physics 1 Physics Ellipse, College Park, MD 20740 USA +1 301 209 3100 © 2021 American Institute of Physics. Unsubscribe  |  Email Preferences  |  Privacy Policy  |  Contact Us