Physics World celebrates 50 years of the laser

To mark the 50th anniversary of the laser, May’s Physics World is a special issue to celebrate this hugely influential technology. From James Bond to laser art shows, we look at the ubiquity of this device in popular culture. We also relive the race to build the world’s first working laser – a story still laced with controversy.  Plus plenty of other highlights!

Download your free copy at http://physicsworld.com/cws/download/may2010