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The first FT-ICR spectrum, December 17, 1973.

December 07, 2023

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


An image of the COVID-19 virus

December 04, 2023

Researchers are working to characterize the virus’ envelope protein, or E protein, believed to be key to virus activity.


Vials containing water from the site of the Aug. 2023 Maui wildfires.

November 08, 2023

"We're opening up the world at a molecular level to understand how these fires are going to impact us."


MagLab NMR Director Rob Schurko is honored with the Regitze Vold Prize for his work in solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy.

September 29, 2023

MagLab NMR Facility Director Rob Schurko was awarded the Vold Prize for his contributions to the field of solid-state NMR over the past 25 years.


A velvet worm, Euperipatoides rowelli, shooting its sticky slime, dubbed “silly string of death.” The slime’s remarkable properties could inspire new sustainable plastics and adhesives.

September 25, 2023

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


The tunnel of the Large Hadron Collider during work in 2019.

September 06, 2023

A team of MagLab scientists has been working on the superconducting wires for new electromagnets that will improve physics research at the Large Hadro…


Graphic rendering of the marvel material twisted bilayer graphene, a honeycomb lattice of carbon, just two atoms thick.

August 15, 2023

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


Laura Greene, Chief Scientist, National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, recipient of the 2024 Oersted Medal from the American Association of Physics Teachers

August 15, 2023

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


Lattice structure of the KTaO3 surface, showing tantalum and oxygen atoms.

August 01, 2023

The new superconducting material, called potassium tantalate, is capable of withstanding substantial magnetic fields.


A probe used for Nuclear Magnetic Resonance research at the National MagLab

June 22, 2023

Improving technology for research of biomolecules and advancing our understanding of health and disease.


MagLab director search banner

April 17, 2023

Greg Boebinger is stepping down as director after nearly two decades and FSU is launching a search to find his replacement.


Murchison Meteorite

March 28, 2023

MagLab analysis finds the space rock is among the most complex materials.


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February 16, 2023

Annual event returns in full force for the first time in 3 years with all of your favorite board, video, carnival, and TV games