Diamonds

Sciences & Technology
Lightning in a diamond to power the quantum revolution
A new way to measure the flow of electricity in a diamond electrical device reveals an unexpected phenomenon reminiscent of lightning in slow motion

Sciences & Technology
Diamonds reveal neural secrets
A new diamond voltage imaging microscope will give us more insight into the neural micro-circuitry that runs our brains

Sciences & Technology
Probing Earth’s deep and ancient secrets
A rock that is the source of most of the world’s diamond deposits is giving us insights into the Earth’s formation

Sciences & Technology
Special Report
Quantum boost for medical imaging
Physicists have demonstrated how, using light, a diamond layer and quantum mechanics, they could potentially “light up” our molecular insides for more powerful MRIs

Sciences & Technology
Go Figure
Diamonds: the hard facts
Exploring the myths and facets of diamonds