2018 News
Quirky kindred compounds could crack quantum code
"Kondo metamagnet" is first in a family of eccentric quantum crystals
Best Research of 2017
35 highlights out of 423 reports representing the best of life sciences, chemistry, magnet science and technology, and condensed matter physics.
Grant to launch next-generation of superconducting magnets
With funding from the National Science Foundation, scientists and engineers will determine the best way to build a new class of record-breaking instruments.
MagLab geochemist receives high professional honor
Vincent Salters joins the elite ranks of American Geophysical Union fellows.
"Strange metals" just got stranger
A material already known for its unique behavior is found to carry current in a way never before observed.
Ancient chlorophyll was pretty in pink
Using tools at the MagLab, scientists pinpoint pigments that are the oldest on record.
Award to help MagLab scientist push research into marketplace
"GAP" award will help further breakthrough treatment system for next-generation superconducting magnets.
New director named for Applied Superconductivity Center
Lance Cooley brings cool plans for developing superconducting materials and magnets.
Prehistoric findings breathe new life into climate change impacts
Volcanic activity, declining ocean oxygen triggered mass extinction of ancient marine organisms.
MagLab chemist wins prestigious career award
Martha Chacón-Patiño to jump-start collaboration that could advance both the treatment of cancer and the study of petroleum.
Life recovered rapidly at impact site of dino-killing asteroid
MagLab geochemist Jeremy Owens analyzed ancient fossils for the multi-institutional study published today in Nature.
International science leaders meet at the MagLab
The visit marked the first time the Group of Senior Officials for Global Infrastructures has met in the United States.
Researchers control properties of graphene transistors using pressure
This research is a promising first step toward finding a way to use graphene as a transistor, an achievement that would have widespread applications.
Scientists discover cheap fluid that could lead to cheap MRIs
Finding could make pricey, massive scanners a thing of the past.
MagLab completes world-class magnet for European partners
When fully installed, the new instrument will be one of the two most powerful magnets on the planet.
National MagLab to receive $184M NSF renewal grant
The National Science Foundation announces five-year funding grant for continued operation of the world’s most powerful magnet lab.
"Subatomic Smackdown" rallies physics fans to pick a particle
Scientists and science communicators team up in playful bout that engages physics fans worldwide.
MagLab "champion for teaching" to receive national award
Veteran educator recognized for inspiring kids about science outside the classroom.
Researchers develop new technique to build monolayer electronic devices
A unique way to bond together single-layer semiconductors opens a door to new nanotechnologies.