The Wisconsin Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (Wisconsin MRSEC) brings together teams of researchers from diverse disciplinary backgrounds to address a critical void in knowledge involving disordered materials, and the emergence of order from disordered materials. The Center integrates the discovery of new knowledge with creation of research-inspired educational materials, innovative programs that broaden participation in STEM fields, industry outreach to promote economic advancement, and professional development opportunities that train the next-generation US workforce.
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Mobility in Glasses and Liquids
IRG 1 investigates mobility in glasses and supercooled liquids using nanoscale, time-resolved experiments and machine learning. By understanding viscosity, fragility, and relaxation, the group aims to predict glass properties and design advanced materials, including organic semiconductor films for electronics and stabilized drug molecule glasses for pharmaceuticals.
Nonequilibrium Magnetic Phases in Strained Crystalline Membranes
IRG 2 explores nonequilibrium magnetic phases using extreme strains and ultrafast excitation in single-crystalline membranes. By understanding complex energy landscapes, the group aims to discover novel magnetic phases and enable ultrafast switching for applications in data storage, telecommunications, and neuromorphic computing.
