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Pressure Converts an Insulator into a Metal

The novel behavior could help scientists better understand the mechanisms behind high-temperature superconductivity.

Quantum oscillations in NiS<sub>2</sub> that appear at pressures above the Mott transition that is at ~30kbar.

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Read the best research in condensed matter physics, chemistry, life sciences, and magnet science and technology from across the lab.

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Best Research of 2016
35 highlights out of 474 reports representing the best of life sciences, chemistry, magnet science and technology, and condensed matter physics.

11 May 2017
Intro to high-temperature superconductors
At the National MagLab and other labs across the globe, the race to discover ever-warmer superconductors is heating up. Find out what these materials are, what they’re good for and why this field is red hot.

1 May 2017
Eminent scientist to join National MagLab
Lance Cooley, an expert in the field of applied superconductivity, will join the lab this summer.

19 April 2017
American Academy of Arts and Sciences elects lab director
Greg Boebinger becomes third MagLab scientist elected by his peers to one of the nation's most prestigious groups.

12 April 2017
MagLab rolls out red carpet for science at Open House
Featuring 100 demonstrations, the 2017 Open House will showcase the drama, romance and mystery of science.

20 February 2017
Mini magnet packs world-record, one-two punch
Game-changing technology may hold the key to ever-stronger magnets needed by scientists.

24 January 2017
MagLab chemist elected to National Academy of Inventors
Alan Marshall has been named a fellow of the National Academy of Inventors.

14 December 2016
MagLab chemist honored for research
A MagLab chemist has won a prestigious award from the American Association for the Advancement of Science that recognizes promising female scientists in the early stages of their career.

7 December 2016
MagLab trio named AAAS fellows
The physicists have been recognized for their contributions to innovation, education and scientific leadership.

21 November 2016
National MagLab racks up new record with hybrid magnet
Combining tremendous strength with a high-quality field, the MagLab’s newest instrument promises big advances in interdisciplinary research.

9 November 2016

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