Researchers have produced the first systematic map of the fluid acceleration inside the quark–gluon plasma (QGP)—the hottest fluid in nature—revealing acceleration fields of several hundred MeV, among the strongest ever achieved on Earth, with far-reaching implications for the phase structure and transport phenomena of strong-interaction matter.

This collection features articles on Additive Manufacturing published in Smart Materials in Manufacturing. All articles are free to read and download.

What if cancer screening no longer had to look for one cancer at a time? Cancer screening has long followed a one-organ-at-a-time model: mammography for breast cancer, colonoscopy for colorectal cancer, low-dose CT for lung cancer, and cervical testing for cervical cancer. These programs save lives, but they also leave gaps. Many cancers still lack routine screening, while patients often face multiple appointments, tests, and follow-up procedures.

Since 2014, the hot oscillatory pressure has improved density and mechanical properties in various composites, yet the synergy between frequency and amplitude in modifying microstructure remains unresolved. Here, we integrate densification kinetics, metal‑fatigue theory, and viscoelasticity to systematically dissect the cooperative effects of oscillatory parameters during sintering. Our approach achieves near‑full density (>99.5% relative density) and increases flexural strength by 21% over hot pressing, while elucidating the governing mechanisms. These findings offer a rational framework for optimizing oscillation cycles, directly benefiting the production of high‑performance ceramics.