Developing advanced magnets for high-resolution NMR spectroscopy
Official title: Ultra-High Field NMR Magnets with Multifilament High Temperature Superconductors
Funded at Florida State University · NIH-10924483 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new kind of magnet that will make it easier to see and understand the tiny structures of molecules, which can help scientists learn more about living things and materials.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Florida State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tallahassee, United States) |
| Project start | September 11, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $599,733 |
| NIH project number | 1R01GM154600-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10924483 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals involved in biomedical research or those requiring advanced imaging techniques for molecular analysis.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not engaged in scientific research or do not require high-resolution imaging for their medical conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a new type of magnet for nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, which is a powerful tool used to analyze the structure of molecules. The team aims to build a high-temperature superconducting magnet that can operate at higher frequencies, improving the quality and detail of the images produced. By using innovative materials and techniques, they hope to enhance the capabilities of NMR technology, making it more effective for various scientific applications. This could lead to better understanding of biological systems and materials.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the resolution and efficiency of NMR spectroscopy, benefiting fields such as medicine, chemistry, and materials science.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success with high-temperature superconductors in NMR applications, but this specific approach using Bi-2212 and Bi-2223 is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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Florida State University
Tallahassee, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Trociewitz, Ulf Peter — Florida State University
- Study coordinator: Trociewitz, Ulf Peter
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.