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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · 2d

In order to further enhance the academic quality and international influence of the journal, High Power Laser Science and Engineering is now recruiting early career editorial board members.
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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · 5d

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Jane Goodall, whose groundbreaking work in primatology and animal behavior has inspired generations. Her tireless advocacy for conservation and animal welfare leaves a lasting legacy that will continue to shape our understanding of the natural world.

Jane Goodall sitting beside a chimpanzee, both appearing contemplative, in a naturalistic habitat.
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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · 10d

In order to further enhance the academic quality and international influence of the journal, High Power Laser Science and Engineering is now recruiting early career editorial board members.
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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · 12d

New Volume of Journal of Fluid Mechanics available on Cambridge Core https://cup.org/4pygQWG
New Volume = New Cover
📸 (A14) Nonlinear and buoyancy pressure correlations in stably stratified turbulence
Yi YR, Koseff JR and Bou-Zeid E doi.org/10.1017/jfm.2025.10605

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · 12d

In order to further enhance the academic quality and international influence of the journal, High Power Laser Science and Engineering is now recruiting early career editorial board members.
Learn more: ➡️ https://cup.org/4mxL5dG

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · 19d

Check out @cassyni.bsky.social seminar Magnetized implosions on the National Ignition Facility presented by Chris Walsh 📅 Thursday 25th Sep 2025 ⏰ 16.00 PM (GMT+1) #JPP #plasma

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · 27d

Check out The #Aeronautical Journal's article of the month, available to read #OpenAccess at 📚 https://cup.org/46bdGPK

Advances in unsteady computational aerodynamics with separation: The 61st Lanchester memorial lecture | The Aeronautical Journal | Cambridge Core

Advances in unsteady computational aerodynamics with separation: The 61st Lanchester memorial lecture - Volume 129 Issue 1339

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · 28d

Introducing Cambridge Prisms: Energy Transitions

Please join us in welcoming the latest title to the Cambridge Prisms series!

Learn more: https://cup.org/4mArASq

#CambridgePrisms #EnergyTransitions #RenewableEnergy #EnergyInnovation

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · 29d

"JFM Q&A with Yue Yang": An interview with the new member of the Journal of Fluid Mechanics editorial board.
Read the blog here:
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JFM Q&A with Yue Yang « Engineering# « Cambridge Core Blog

Yue Yang – Peking University has recently been appointed as an editorial board member of the Journal of Fluid Mechanics. To celebrate, they participated in a Q&A with the Journal.

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · 29d

Did you know that AI EDAM is now fully #OpenAccess?
Publishing open access benefits researchers and the global community all year round!
Discover your open access options at: https://t.co/RtACFwtjt7

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · Sep 6

Introducing Cambridge Prisms: Carbon Technologies

Please join us in welcoming the latest title to the Cambridge Prisms series!

Learn more: https://cup.org/468ZtnD

#cambridgeprisms #carbontechnology #carboncapture #sustainability

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · Sep 3

Check out the 2 newest #CambridgePrisms journals!

Carbon Technologies – cutting-edge research on reducing emissions and tackling climate change: https://cup.org/427XGwH

Energy Transitions – insights into the future of evolving energy systems: https://cup.org/4lRbq6a

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · Aug 29

New Volume of Journal of Fluid Mechanics available on Cambridge Core https://cup.org/3HKY912
New Volume = New Cover
📸 (A9) Shape modes and jet formation on ultrasound-driven wall-attached bubbles
Cattaneo M, Presse L, Shakya G, et al. doi.org/10.1017/jfm.2025.10457

Cover of the Journal of Fluid Mechanics, Volume 1017, published by Cambridge University Press on 25 August 2025. Features an array of black and white images depicting fluid flow patterns around spheres.

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · Aug 27

📍Dublin is buzzing with fluid dynamics this week at EFDC 2025! Whether you're presenting, attending, or following from afar, the Journal of Fluid Mechanics offers a deep dive into the latest breakthroughs in fluid mechanics: www.cambridge.org/jfm
#EFDC2025 #JFM #FluidMechanics

Journal of Fluid Mechanics cover with abstract black and white pattern resembling fluid dynamics, dated 10 August 2025, Volume 1016.

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · Aug 21

physicsworld.com/a/overlooked...
Podcase featuring Margriet van der Heijden, and Michelle Frank, Editors of 'Women in the History of Quantum Physics' a new book that brings together the stories of sixteen women whose work, ideas and problem-solving helped shape the field from the very start.

Overlooked pioneers from quantum history – Physics World

This episode of Physics World Stories explores a new book that restores women to the early history of quantum mechanics

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · Aug 14

'Probability Theory for Quantitative Scientists' by Luca Leuzzi, Enzo Marinari and Giorgio Parisi
Provides an authoritative account of probability theory for quantitative scientists, written by leading researchers in the field.
https://cup.org/4kKtLRV

Image of the book 'Probability Theory for Quantitative Scientists' by Luca Leuzzi, Enzo Marinari, and Giorgio Parisi. The cover features colorful dice and is described as based on the Probability Theory course at the Sapienza University of Rome.

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · Aug 14

New Volume of Journal of Fluid Mechanics available on Cambridge Core https://cup.org/45Pc8Mo
New Volume = New Cover
📸 A60) 'Origin and bifurcations in fishbone instabilities of impinging jets' Cai G, Wang B, Wu E and Chen X
doi.org/10.1017/jfm.2025.10443

Cover image for the Journal of Fluid Mechanics, Volume 1016, published on 10 August 2025 by Cambridge University Press. The illustration shows a symmetrical pattern formed by a liquid in motion due to oscillation and migration in colliding jets.

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · Aug 14

'The Pattern of Change' by Robery V. Moody and Ming-Dao Deng
Uncover the hidden patterns of change through a unique blend of ancient Chinese thought and modern mathematical perspectives.
https://cup.org/3FAVxBU

Image of a book titled "The Pattern of Change" by Robert W. Moody and Deng Ming-Dao, set against a textured black background. The cover describes the book as combining mathematics and philosophy to explore the relationship between pattern and change.

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · Aug 11

Read the latest #JFMPerspectives article in @JFluidMech: "Transport phenomena in microswimmer suspensions: migration, collective motion, diffusion and rheology" by Takuji Ishikawa
📚 https://cup.org/4mWqlgv
#JFM #OA

Promotional graphic for a journal article titled 'Transport phenomena in microswimmer suspensions: Migration, collective motion,' by Takuji Ishikawa, featured in JFM Perspectives. The image includes an illustration of colorful microswimmers in a fluid environment.

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · Jul 31

We’re proud to present the Journal of Fluid Mechanics 'Outstanding Reviewers' initiative - now an annual honour. In 2024, 32 reviewers were selected, representing just 1% of our community of expert reviewers.
Meet this year’s honourees > https://cup.org/4lTRArC
#JFM #Fluids #PeerReview

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · Jul 18

Check out the latest key metrics from #JFM in this video and read the Top 10 cited articles contributing to the 2024 Impact Factor here:
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#fluids #physics #math #impactmetrics

Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · Jul 17

New Volume of Journal of Fluid Mechanics available on Cambridge Core https://cup.org/3TI4vk5
New Volume = New Cover
📸 (A22) Direct numerical simulations of turbulent Rayleigh–Bénard convection with polymer additives Xu C, Zhang C, Brandt L, Song J and Shishkina O
doi.org/10.1017/jfm.2025.10286

Cover of the Journal of Fluid Mechanics, Volume 1014 published on 10 July 2025 by Cambridge University Press, featuring a colorful image of fluid simulations with swirls in green and orange.

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · Jun 30

Check out this popular article in #PASA Chen, Goto, Yamamura, Nakagawa, Wu, Phan, Hashimoto, Uno, Ho, Kim: "A Far-Infrared Search for Planet Nine Using AKARI All-Sky Survey"
Read for free thanks to #OpenAccess
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A far-infrared search for planet nine using AKARI all-sky survey | Publications of the Astronomical Society of Australia | Cambridge Core

A far-infrared search for planet nine using AKARI all-sky survey - Volume 42

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Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · Jun 27

'Women in the History of Quantum Physics' Edited by Patrick Charbonneau, Michelle Frank, Margriet van der Heijden and Daniela Monaldi.
This engaging book recovers the stories of sixteen women who made significant contributions to the development of quantum physics.
https://cup.org/45Kfi4H
#IYQ2025

Book cover titled "Women in the History of Quantum Physics: Beyond Knabenphysik" with additional editor names and details on a dark background with elegant script in the background, published in 2025 to coincide with the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, noting a foreword written by Anne L'Huillier as the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physics recipient.

Cambridge University Press - Science & Engineering @cambup-scieng.cambridge.org · Jun 26

Tensor Decompositions for Data Science by Grey Ballard and Tamara G. Kolda
A self-contained mathematical, algorithmic, and computational treatment of tensor decomposition, including examples using real datasets.
https://cup.org/4jPlGLl

Image of book titled "Tensor Decompositions for Data Science" by authors Grey Ballard and Tamara G. Kolda. The books are displayed with a vibrant cover featuring colorful geometric shapes.