Physics

Missing link to novel superconductivity revealed

Paul Canfield, Distinguished Professor of physics and astronomy, is among scientists at Ames Laboratory who have discovered a state of magnetism that may be the missing link to understanding the relationship between magnetism and unconventional superconductivity. Read More

February 15, 2018

Physical and Life Sciences Research Roundup

Check out a few highlights of related faculty research in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences! Read More

February 12, 2018

Getting under graphite’s skin

A recently discovered method of layering metals with the 2D material may lead to brand new properties. Read More

December 15, 2017

Iowa State physicists contribute to Higgs boson analysis, understanding

Iowa State physicists and students work toward discoveries at the Large Hadron Collider. Read More

September 7, 2017

Bazinga! ‘Big Bang Theory’ catchphrase inspires new compound from LAS physicists

Canfield, Jo create new novel compound inspired by popular TV show. Read More

August 23, 2017

Researchers image quasiparticles that could lead to faster circuits, higher bandwidths

“We are the first to show a picture of these quasiparticles and how they propagate, interfere and emit.” Read More

June 7, 2017

Creating the machines of tomorrow

When Adam Kaminski did not have the machinery he needed to pursue his research, he designed and built it himself. Read More

June 5, 2017

Exploring mysteries on the surface: 2D materials reveal surprising properties

“Our work is somewhat of a miracle, if scientists can talk about miracles,” said Tringides. Read More

February 9, 2017