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Is there enough zinc in my toothpaste? Polarizing Agent comes to the rescue.

In this study, researchers added a low concentration of the endohedral metallofullerene (EMF) Gd₂@C₇₉N to DNP samples, finding that ¹H and ¹³C enhancements increased by 40% and 50%, respectively, at 5 teslas and 1.2 Kelvin.

With unprecedented sensitivity and resolution from state-of-the-art magnets, scientists have identified for the first time the cell wall structure of one of the most prevalent and deadly fungi.

This finding demonstrates a path forward to dramatically enhance sensitivity for molecule concentration measurement by magnetic resonance using Overhauser DNP.

A new method to study how the nuclei of atoms “communicate” with one another in the presence of unpaired electron spins has been developed at the MagLab. Known as hyperpolarization resurgence (HypRes), this method benefits and expands the application of a revolutionary technique known as dynamic nuclear polarization (DNP), which provides enormous signal enhancements in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) experiments.

This new technique for mapping out atom placements in the active site of enzymes could unlock the potential for finding new therapeutics.

A protein modification rarely found in terrestrial animals was discovered in the slime of the velvet worm. This slime, which is projected for prey capture and self defence, turns into strong, sticky, water-soluble fibers. Dynamic nuclear polarization - nuclear magnetic resonance (DNP-NMR) facilities at the MagLab were used to understand the molecular structure of these fibers, work that may inspire the development and production of new classes of sustainable, advanced materials.

Findings that “go against the textbooks” may improve biofuel production.

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

Research shows the fungus shuffles and rebuilds its cell wall to defend against antifungal drugs.

A technique called dynamic nuclear polarization is hitting its stride, using electrons to shine a light on complex molecules.

It's freaking hard to examine proteins closely in their native habitat. With the help of very clever magnet instrumentation, University of Texas scientist Kendra Frederick is up for the challenge.