20 March 2017 | 0 minutes read

Laser experiments for astrophysics

AWE scientist Peter Graham provides an overview of the methods used in designing laser experiments for astrophysics – featured in the February 2017 edition of Mathematics Today.

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Professor Mark Whiting seated at a desk operates scientific equipment, with two computer monitors displaying microscopy images and analysis software. A large laboratory instrument is positioned behind the desk, and various control devices, including a keyboard and specialized control panel, are placed in front of the person.

Our success is built on those who came before us, says top materials scientist

Professor Mark Whiting, one of our esteemed William Penney Fellows, from the University of Surrey, shares his views on the power of collective achievement in shaping scientific discoveries.

AWE helps inspire more than 1,000 young people at Get Inspired Basingstoke 2026

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