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Wildfires change the chemical composition of molecules in soil, and only the 21T FT-ICR mass spectrometer can assess the molecular composition to understand the long term impact of wildfires on soil chemistry.

Deuterated water (²H₂O) is often used to examine metabolic pathways in humans and animals. However, it can cause toxicity and distort metabolic readings. Here, using nuclear magnetic resonance technology, the researchers showed that a different molecule, ¹⁸O water (H₂¹⁸O), can be used instead of deuterated water to provide similar information without the metabolic distortions.

Scientists can create synthetic imitations of natural polymers, such as DNA, which provide an understanding of how nature works and can confer unique properties to the polymer that enable new applications in biotechnology. Researchers have discovered a new DNA structure can be created by adding a synthetic nucleotide to the DNA sequence. This new structure forms a compact fold that could have significant implications for the use of DNA in chemical sensors and information storage.

Researchers induced ischemic stroke in African spiny mice—rodents uniquely capable of regenerating damaged tissue without scarring—and used magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to observe how the rodents recovered. The researchers constructed a detailed map of the rodents’ brains, finding that while they did not regenerate damaged brain tissue, the intact brain regions were able to compensate for the injury much better than other mammals. Further research on this process may lead to improved treatments for stroke in humans.

Scientists investigated a magnetic compound, identifying a possible spin liquid phase in a quantum material that may be a candidate for robust quantum information technologies.

Researchers from the Max-Planck Institute for Chemistry and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory at Los Alamos developed a groundbreaking method to perform tunneling spectroscopy measurements under ultra-high pressures, revealing superconducting properties in elemental sulfur. This advancement allows for the detailed study of materials that exhibit superconductivity under extreme pressures, which is essential for the development of next-generation superconductors.

We developed a new fabrication method using superconducting materials inside a box, making it more efficient than current designs. This helps create powerful electron and ion beams at lower costs, which can be used for tasks like breaking down harmful chemicals, sterilizing medical equipment, detecting dangerous materials, and producing medical isotopes.

The MagLab Mentoring Director was invited to serve as a facilitator for the 2023 Aspire Summer Institute, a workshop that trains faculty and leaders from STEM departments and professional societies across the US.

The National Science Foundation announces five-year funding grant for continued operation of the world’s most powerful magnet lab.

Researchers now have a better understanding of how even a slight tug changes the marvel material.

The award recognizes those who've had an "outstanding, widespread, and lasting impact on the teaching of physics."

MagLab analysis provides new insight about the molecular composition of velvet worm slime, which has long fascinated scientists because of its remarkable qualities.

The first mass spectrum from Fourier-Transform Ion Cyclotron Resonance happened in December 1973. The co-inventor went on to build MagLab’s world-renowned program.

An FSU chemistry team advances work to find batteries that charge faster and last longer.

Kathleen Amm will coach and guide promising young leaders from the Department of Energy’s 17 National Labs.

The next-generation batteries hold great potential to revolutionize energy storage.

The culmination of years of hard work, the dissertation defense is as much an ordeal as it is a ritual.

Young scientists learning the ropes find they get by better with a little help from their fellow students, postdocs and colleagues.

A team tackling some gnarly physics using tricky techniques rounds a critical corner. Joy ensues. Then, back to work.

Step No. 1 of the scientific process is: Ask a question. Sometimes, when things gets rocky, that means asking for support.