Science News Roundup: Physics Nobel for laser pioneers includes first woman
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Physics Nobel for laser pioneers includes the first woman in 55 years
A trio of American, French and Canadian scientists won the 2018 Nobel Prize for Physics on Tuesday for breakthroughs in laser technology that have turned light beams into precision tools for everything from eye surgery to micro-machining. They include the first female physics prize winner in 55 years.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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