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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · 20h

You know we love huge magnets-- including the one we all live on!
Check out this new research on Earth's magnetic field:
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Earth’s Ancient Shield: Scientists Crack the Billion-Year-Old Mystery of the Magnetic Field

A new model uncovers how Earth’s liquid core has sustained its magnetic field since the planet’s beginnings, offering new insights into its future. Earth benefits from the presence of a magnetic…

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · 2d

It takes big science to enable big breakthroughs.
We’re exploring how the MagLab’s extraordinary infrastructure measures up.

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · 2d

MagLab Director, Dr. Kathleen Amm, will speak at Quantum Beach event on October 8! This event connects quantum experts with the broader community for critical conversations on how quantum technology can shape Florida’s future. hashtag#QuantumBeach hashtag#QuantumBeach2025 hashtag#IYQ2025

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · 6d

Check out this work on improving microchips-- a collaboration among six institutions including two U.S. National Labs!
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Johns Hopkins Unlocks New Chemistry for Faster, Smaller Microchips

Researchers have found a breakthrough process that shrinks microchips to unprecedented scales, unlocking the potential for faster, more efficient, and more affordable electronics.

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · 7d

Spooky season has arrived!
Here's a fun activity to try at home-- making a ghost COME ALIVE!
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Groovin Ghost - Magnet Academy

Create spooky levitation using the simple power of static electricity.

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · 9d

BIG SCIENCE: Here's how the coil in the MagLab’s newest world record magnet measures up:

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · 11d

This materials research holds the promise of replacing big, bulky solar panels with cells so thin and flexible they can cover anything and everything.
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AI Cracks the Code for the Next Generation of Solar Power

Rising global energy demands are pushing the limits of solar technology. Scientists in Sweden have now taken a major step toward unlocking the potential of halide perovskites. Global demand for…

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · 13d

Read how AI is helping scientists search data in new ways:
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Artificial Intelligence for Scouring Scientific Literature - MagLab

A MagLab scientist’s quest to improve data collection is providing new insight on how to harness artificial intelligence.

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · 14d

Read the full story here:
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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · 20d

Tonight's the night! We hope to see you at 6:30p at the library!

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · 23d

It's almost here!
Make plans to join us for the first Science Night of the season.

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · 26d

Excited about new partnerships and possibilities!
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New Magnetic Capital Research Advisory Council aims to attract startups, new business

The Magnetic Capital Research Advisory Council is the latest effort to drum up economic wins.

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · 26d

Today's launch of the new #SpinalTap movie has us remembering our own 41.5T magnet that goes to 11: nationalmaglab.org/news-events/...

MagLab Reclaims Record for Strongest Resistive Magnet - MagLab

The new 41.4-tesla instrument reclaims a title for the lab and paves the way for breakthroughs in physics and materials research.

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · 27d

"An outstanding accomplishment": The MagLab sets a new world record.
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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · Sep 4

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON: Two weeks until we kick off another Science Night season!

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · Sep 1

September means the return of another Science Night season.
Mark your calendars and plan to join us Sept. 18 at 6:30pm at the Leon County main library for a night of learning about the science of weather!

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · Aug 29

Ahead of FSU football's opener-- here's how the MagLab’s extraordinary infrastructure measures up.

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · Aug 27

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MagLab Teams with FSU Computer Scientists to Unlock New Discoveries - MagLab

Programmers are developing new algorithms to help scientists maximize data analysis in the lab’s Ion Cyclotron Resonance facility.

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National MagLab @nationalmaglab.bsky.social · Aug 26

Welcome to the MagLab's External Advisory Committee members who are visiting the lab this week to offer advice on matters critical to the successful management of the lab.