The year in Back Scatter
DEC 14, 2023
Browse a dozen of the most compelling science images that appeared in the magazine in 2023.
The last page of each issue of Physics Today is reserved for Back Scatter, which spotlights a photo, illustration, or infographic that captured the attention of the editors. This year’s Back Scatter images feature stellar migration, tangled worms, a newly discovered tiling shape, and more. Hover over (or, for mobile, tap on) any of the images below to learn more, and then click on the displayed title to get a full description.
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