2020 News
MagLab physicist named AAAS fellow
Marcelo Jaime recognized for his contributions to experimental physics in high magnetic fields.
Scientists find evidence of a spin liquid state in candidate material for quantum computers
A new experimental technique allowed physicists to precisely probe the electron spins of an intriguing compound and uncover unexpected behavior.
MagLab superconductivity expert elected fellow of Royal Academy of Engineering
David Larbalestier is the first Florida State faculty member ever to receive the honor.
Personal interactions are important drivers of STEM identity in girls
Research on MagLab science camp yields a framework for better understanding how to encourage girls and underrepresented minorities in STEM's most male-dominated field.
MagLab awarded $1.5 million to develop better superconductors
Grant from the U.S. Department of Energy will further research that will help make the next generation of high-energy particle accelerators.
Sun, rain transform asphalt binder into potentially toxic compounds
MagLab researchers show that exposure to sun and water causes thousands of chemicals to leach from roads into the environment.
2D semiconductors found to be close-to-ideal fractional Quantum Hall platform
Columbia researchers first to discover a quantum fluid—fractional quantum Hall states, one of the most delicate phases of matter—in a monolayer 2D semiconductor; finding could provide a unique test platform for future applications in quantum computing.
Geochemists solve mystery of Earth's vanishing crust
Using a novel technique, researchers uncover secrets hidden deep below the surface of our planet.
"Water wires" may play bigger role in cell functions
New insights challenge current understanding of how ion transport through some cell membranes works.
New NMR director takes the helm
As head of nuclear magnetic resonance at the MagLab's Tallahassee headquarters, Rob Schurko hopes to expand capabilities and build new magnets.
"Superfluids" may merge via corkscrew-like mechanism
A model predicts that, unlike the eddies found in classical fluids, a corkscrew-shaped structure transfers rotation from one drop of quantum fluid to another, shedding light on the behaviour of dark matter and neutron stars.
New Magnet Design Aces First Test
The successful test of concept shows that the novel design, using a high-temperature superconductor, could help power tomorrow's particle accelerators, fusion machines and research magnets.
Explore the Science of Time at Silver Anniversary Open House
On Feb. 22, the lab opens its doors once again, inviting science lovers of all ages to do hands-on activities related to space, time and all things fun and nerdy.
MagLab scientists capture molecular maps of animal tissue with unprecedented detail
Enabled by a world-record instrument, the images convey vast amounts of data that could be useful in health and pharmaceutical research.