Spin dynamics and relaxation studies of paramagnetic atoms in a cold, dense buffer gas

University Of California-Berkeley, Berkeley CA

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Abstract

This experimental research program focuses on the study of the behavior of spin-polarized paramagnetic atoms in cold buffer gases. The goal is to achieve electron spin-coherence lifetimes on the order of one minute, demonstrate an atomic magnetometer with shot-noise limited sensitivity and to explore a broad area of applications of such systems. The broader impact of the program involves student training as well as advances in magnetometry.