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  1. Physics

    Rare Events: Exotic processes probe the heart of matter

    Physicists have for the first time unambiguously detected and measured the rates of certain reactions among protons, neutrons, and simple atomic nuclei.

    By Peter Weiss
  2. Chemistry

    Contacts could dispense drugs

    Novel contact lens materials use nanoparticles to dispense drugs.

    By Jessica Gorman
  3. Chemistry

    Matcha green tea packs the antioxidants

    A green tea used in Japanese tea ceremonies contains much more of a beneficial antioxidant than ordinary green tea.

    By Jessica Gorman
  4. Chemistry

    Nuclear-waste monitoring gets close to the source

    A new prototype device may make monitoring of radioactive contamination cheaper and easier.