This $431,976 Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) Integrative Activities (CFDA 47.083) program will support the University of Texas at Austin in acquiring helium recovery equipment for its quantum materials research and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) facilities. The helium liquefaction and recycling system will enable the university to recapture and reuse exhaust helium gas, improving the reliability and reducing the cost of cryogenic liquid helium cooling required for their frontier research in physics, chemistry, and engineering. This includes studies of topological phases, correlated insulators, superconducting materials, and chemical reactions using NMR. The grant also enhances the educational experience for physics and chemistry undergraduates by ensuring the continued availability of liquid helium. The award period runs from Sep 1, 2024 to Aug 31, 2027.
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