Read the March 2022 Issue of Physics Today Now
Hua Liu American Astronomical Society (AAS)
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In the March 2022 Issue
Philip Anderson: Virtuoso of Condensed Matter
The theorist’s work on disordered and magnetic solids earned him a Nobel Prize, but it was his profound influence on the condensed-matter community — and well beyond — that set him apart. — Andrew Zangwill
A Deterministic Source of Single Photons
New quantum computing applications are now possible because of advances in atomic and solid-state physics. — Peter Lodahl, Arne Ludwig, and Richard Warburton
Does Quantum Mechanics Need Imaginary Numbers?
A newly proposed experiment rules out a class of real-valued quantum theories. — Johanna L. Miller
Krypton Isotopes Tell the Early Story of Earth’s Life-Giving Elements
Since its infancy, our planet has accumulated volatiles from more than one source. — Johanna L. Miller
Diamond’s Sparkle Is in More than Gemstones
The transparent carbon allotrope is finding new applications, but expanded use for electronics will depend on further advances in crystal growth. — David Kramer
The US Is in Dire Need of STEM Teachers
Faculty attitudes, public perceptions, tuition, and state requirements are barriers to science majors entering the teaching profession. — Toni Feder