B03 - Chip-based pulsed dynamic nuclear polarization

Dynamic nuclear polarization (DNP) enhances the sensitivity of NMR by transferring electron spin polarization to nuclei. While continuous-wave DNP is a mature technology, it is limited by costly, bulky instrumentation and monochromatic microwaves. This project unites expertise in engineering, spin physics, chemistry, and optimal control theory to realize chip-integrated pulsed DNP using GaN injection-locked VCO arrays and co-designed pulse sequences. The approach promises compact, efficient, and affordable pulsed DNP systems for broad scientific use.

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