The Master of Miniature
August 21, 2019 | By Kristen Coyne
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Sun Churn
Fall 2019
In addition to heat and light, our sun cranks out a complex, swirling magnetic field.
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Twisted Physics
Spring 2019
Scientists probing and exotic, 2D realm are discovering astonishing behaviors that could revolutionize our 3D world.
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How to Whip Up New Physics
Spring 2019
Sometimes, science can be a bit like making a good sandwich — but one a little more complex than your average PB&J.
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What's a Moiré?
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What's a moiré pattern? And why are they one of the hottest things in physics today? Let us explain — with a musical twist.
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Double Whammy
Spring 2019
What happens when a kid with ADHD sustains a concussion? Using high-field magnets, researchers are working to find out.
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Japan Blows Doors off World Record
Spring 2019
Scientists have a blast developing a technique for studying electrons in ultra-high magnetic fields.
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Tracking Fracking
Spring 2019
Watch environmental chemist Susan Richardson explain her research into hydraulic fracturing and drinking water.
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Makeshift Magnets
Spring 2019
Turn your trash into treasure by creating your own high-field magnet models.
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Flip-flopping Phases
Spring 2019
Electrons in this cool high-field experiment flip-flopped between liquid and solid.
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Good Mentors Make Good Scientists
Spring 2019
Researchers talk about their favorite mentors and how they made a difference.
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Fields of Dreams
Fall 2018
If engineers build stronger magnets, scientists promise they will come … and that discoveries will follow.
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The Long Winding Road
Fall 2018
Several materials are in the running to build the next generation of superconducting magnets. Which will emerge the victor?
