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At the forefront of scientific discovery since 1798. Philosophical Magazine is the world’s oldest continuously published inter-disciplinary commercial scientific journal.

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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 21h
Dive into the latest #quantum matter research⚛️ Our free ebook provides insights into the quantum time of arrival problem, quantum optics view of acceleration radiation and black holes, and more: spr.ly/63321BGQGgl #AcademicResources #STEM #OpenAccessResearch
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eBook | Quantum questions: qubits, optics and the time of arrival problem
In this eBook, gain an insight into quantum matter, theory and phenomena with a snapshot of the latest quantum research.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
New experiments have shown that low-frequency ultrasound selectively destroys #OralCancer cells while sparing healthy tissue, exploiting a mechanical vulnerability and paving the way for less invasive cancer therapies. 🙌 spr.ly/63324BGQDDe
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Oral cancer cells carry a mechanical weak spot
Researchers exploit a mechanical weakness in oral cancer cells using low-frequency ultrasound, offering an alternative treatment.
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Paul Naish @paulnaish.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
What is at the frontiers of optics and photonics research? @philsophmag.bsky.social #optics #photonics philosophicalmagazine.com/editorials/w...
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What is at the frontiers of optics and photonics research?
At the frontiers of optics and photonics research we are using light to develop quantum communication, laser-based fusion reactors and more.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Working in #CancerResearch or cancer therapies? 💉 Unlock transformative new therapies with this free academic ebook👉 spr.ly/6001BGikYX #AcademicResources #NanoscaleInnovations
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eBook | Cancer as a physical system: Modeling and nanoscale innovations
In this eBook "Cancer as a physical system", read how physics-based approaches are tackling cancer's inherent complexity.
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Paul Naish @paulnaish.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐞 Free to read piece charting the fascinating history of @philsophmag.bsky.social philosophicalmagazine.com/history-of-p...
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History of Philosophical Magazine
Philosophical Magazine is one of the oldest research journals, and it played a significant role in Taylor & Francis' history as the place where our story began.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Scientists have observed gas gradually falling into a cloud that will eventually form a star, as reported in Astronomy & Astrophysics. This discovery reveals a vital prerequisite in star formation that has never been directly observed before. 💫🔭 Learn more: spr.ly/6009BGVgeN #Astronomy
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Astronomers detect drifting neutral gas in a soon-to-be star 
Astronomers have made the first direct detection of ambipolar diffusion, revealing how gas decouples before collapsing to form new stars.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
What is the de Broglie–Bohm theory? ⚛️ Particles follow fixed paths in a deterministic universe—so are our choices really free? Dive-in: spr.ly/63327BGuLxW #QuantumTheory
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The de Broglie–Bohm theory: restoring clarity to our understanding of the quantum world
From her recently published paper, Allori discusses the differences between the de Broglie–Bohm theory and orthodox quantum mechanics.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
While planes copy bird anatomy, they can't dynamically adjust like birds do. 🦅 (Yet?) Studying avian flight strategies could enhance aircraft agility in challenging conditions: spr.ly/6007B1cKzX #Aeronautics #AviationScience
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Robotic kestrel unveils intricate new mechanisms for flight control
A robotic kestrel tested in a wind tunnel reveals how birds couple wing and tail morphing to control lift, drag and pitch, driving their exceptional manoeuvrability.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Curious about #QuantumResearch? 🤓 Explore cutting-edge developments—from de Broglie's legacy to the time of arrival problem—shaping today's key questions and future discoveries. Free ebook: spr.ly/6005B1c1xP
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eBook | Quantum questions: qubits, optics and the time of arrival problem
In this eBook, gain an insight into quantum matter, theory and phenomena with a snapshot of the latest quantum research.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Learn how strategic #nanostructure design enhances material performance for a wide range of applications with this free eBook 👉spr.ly/6002B1ih7u
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eBook | Nanostructures and their impact on materials science
Collating articles from Philosophical Magazine, this eBook explores how nanostructure design can transform material performance.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Mid-2026 brings record heat fueled by a severe El Niño and rising greenhouse gases, with #heatwaves, droughts, and #wildfires intensifying globally. ☀️ Learn from heat-adapted regions to build a heat-resilient future for generations to come: spr.ly/63320B1i7Qr
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Extreme heat is now a fixture of our lives – so what should we do about it?
It’s mid-summer 2026, and like much of the world, temperatures in the UK are unseasonally hot. But how do we adapt for a hotter future?
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
From observation to communication, energy harvesting to quantum computing, #optics and #photonics shape how we see, manipulate, and harness light in transformative ways. Discover how quantum information is stored in light: spr.ly/63320B1ivuG
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What is at the frontiers of optics and photonics research?
At the frontiers of optics and photonics research we are using light to develop quantum communication, laser-based fusion reactors and more.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Fusion power may soon achieve sustained energy gains, but operators need better tools to predict plasma behavior before transforming global energy supplies. Learn more about #FusionEnergy and the recent advancements in predicting plasma turbulence: spr.ly/63324B1io2g
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Machine learning predicts plasma turbulence in stellarator fusion reactors
Researchers developed a physics-guided machine learning model that predicts electron-scale plasma turbulence in the Wendelstein 7-X stellarator, using far less training data than black-box approaches.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
We will be publishing a series of Article Collections throughout 2027 🙌 Legacy & Innovation: celebrating the journal’s distinguished scientific heritage while delivering fresh scholarly insights Find out more: spr.ly/6008B1iYrs
Three researchers in lab coats and safety goggles are active in a bright laboratory. A Black woman in the foreground looks up, while a person to her left uses a microscope. To her right, another researcher manipulates an electronic component with a tool. Circuit boards are on the white tables.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Rocketry's roots stretch back a hundred years—from Chinese fireworks and medieval weapons to visionary inventors who dreamed of space travel long before the technology existed. Discover the incredible advancements in modern #rocketry: spr.ly/63323B1OQyW
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A brief history of rocketry (part 1): From fireworks to weapons of mass destruction
As we mark the centenary of Robert H. Goddard’s rocket launch - this was not the beginning of the story as its roots stretch back centuries.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
New research explains why devastating earthquakes—including 2004 Sumatra, 2011 Tohoku-Oki, and 2026 Venezuela—struck at fault lines thought least likely to produce giant seismic events, offering hope for better forecasting that could save thousands of lives: spr.ly/63322BEhPjq
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Giant earthquake ‘unlikely’ conditions explained in new study
Statistical analysis of earthquakes has helped to explain why some of the world’s most devastating earthquakes have occurred.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Explore how structure governs material performance—from atomic arrangements to hierarchical systems—and discover insights essential for developing stronger, lighter, and more efficient materials across natural systems, metallic glasses, and beyond: spr.ly/63327BEhOnD
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Paul Naish @paulnaish.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Integrating quantum machine learning and deep learning for the classification of cardiovascular diseases @philsophmag.bsky.social @tandfresearch.bsky.social www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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Integrating quantum machine learning and deep learning for the classification of cardiovascular diseases
Quantum computing is fast-growing and progressive technology that provides the best results in various domains – including healthcare. In this paper, the Quantum Machine Learning (QML) algorithms, ...
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Some of physics' most fascinating discoveries—like relativity and particle collisions—seem impossibly abstract until you realize they're secretly powering breakthroughs that touch our lives in unexpected and inspiring ways.🙌 Discover how physicists impact our daily life: spr.ly/6005BEoKTU
Title '5 surprising ways that physics is shaping society' over handwritten scientific notes.
Five white cards list: 1 (MRI), 2 Sat Nav, 3 Spectroscopy 4 Perovskites, 5 CERN's Large Hadron Collider. 
A hand writes physics formulas with an orange pen in the background. Taylor & Francis logo.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Could you spot a forgery? 🎨🖌️ In a major breakthrough, French researchers have developed the first purely non-invasive technique using surface #morphology to authenticate paintings 👉 spr.ly/63326BEW7fy #MuseumStudies #ArtHistorians
Close-up of bright yellow sunflowers with green leaves in a vase. Blue overlay text reads: 'Van Gogh's paintings digitally authenticated by surface morphology. Read more about: Surfaces, nanoscience and two-dimensional materials.'
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
#Superconductivity, discovered over a century ago, is a captivating phenomenon influencing quantum computing and fusion reactors. Researchers are actively exploring its mysteries, particularly the pursuit of room-temperature superconductors and their uses. 👀 Learn more:: spr.ly/6004BEW00O
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The strange science of superconductivity
This article explores the strange science of superconductivity, highlighting a quantum state that seems to defy the normal rules of matter.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Are we there yet❓A solution to the quantum time of arrival problem In this interview, we learn more about the field of mathematical physics, the quantum time of arrival problem and how mathematical probability theory provides a compelling solution to the problem. Read through: spr.ly/6003BElja9
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Are we there yet? A solution to the quantum time of arrival problem
In this interview, Maik Reddiger shares how mathematical probability theory can be used to investigate the quantum time of arrival problem.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
For over 225 years, we have been a cornerstone of scientific publishing, recognized as the world’s oldest continuously published interdisciplinary scientific journal. Swipe through the carousel to explore our incredible history: spr.ly/63326BEZkWG
Timeline: History of Philosophical Magazine. 1798: Alexander Tilloch founded it. 1814: First Major Merger. 1825: Richard Taylor assumed editorial control. 1840: New Partnerships with Sir David Brewster & Robert Kane joining. 1851: William Francis joined, forming Taylor & Francis.Timeline: History of Philosophical Magazine. Key events: 1897-1914 Golden Age (electron/atomic structure discoveries by Thomson, Rutherford, Bohr), 1949 Simplified Title, 1970 Europhysics Partnership, 1995 Electronic Publishing Begins, 2026 PhilosophicalMagazine.com launched.
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Philosophical Magazine @philosophicalmag.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Since 1798, we’ve been at the forefront of publishing groundbreaking research that shapes our world. And, as science evolves, so do we.🙌 Our new digital hub is a step in this journey, offering a platform to explore exciting research and fresh perspectives. Learn more: spr.ly/6006BEkTsi
Philosophical Magazine, established in 1798, launches an accessible hub for new knowledge. Its cover shows a textured blue/purple abstract pattern. Visit philosophicalmagazine.com.
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