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Quantum magnetometers for deep space exploration

Project Description:

Developing fast sensitive quantum magnetometers for (primarily) deep space applications. The devices operte on the effects of very small magnetic fields on pairs of interacting electrons.

Faculty Name and Email:

Patrick M Lenahan pml8@psu.edu

Research Area(s):

Additive Manufacturing and Ultrasonics

Number of Available Positions:

TBD

Project Start Date:

Summer 2026

Remote or In-Person or Hybrid?

In-person (lab-based)

Estimated Time Commitment:

40

Potential for Summer Research Continuation:

Maybe

Potential for Research Credit (496/497) or Independent Study:

Maybe / to be discussed

Required Courses or Skills:

Requirements are somewhat flexible but a basic understanding of quantum mechanics, some understanding of electromagnetic theory, some familiarity with solid state electronics, some knowledge of electrical curcuitsonic materials science

Preferred Student Background: