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Computer graphic showing quantum vortices formed when atoms expand for 50 thousandths of a second.

If we let the atoms expand for even longer, 50 thousandths of a second, we can see that quantum vortices have formed. The vortices appear as holes in this image.

Credit: Brian DeMarco, University of Illinois


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Computer graphic showing quantum vortices, which are responsible for stopping atomic motions.

The vortices are made more visible in this image by subtracting off everything but the vortices. These vortices are responsible for stopping the motion of the atoms.

Credit: Brian DeMarco, University of Illinois


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This animation shows data used to measure how atoms move through the crystal of light. These images are taken after the light is turned off, and the atoms are allowed to freely expand for about 20 thousandths of a second. If you look carefully, you can see that the motion slows down.

Credit: Brian DeMarco, University of Illinois

 

Graduate student David McKay gives a tour of Brian DeMarco's lab at the University of Illinois.

Credit: Brian DeMarco, University of Illinois

 

Photo of David McKay, graduate student in Brian DeMarco's lab.

David McKay, graduate student in Brian DeMarco's lab at the University of Illinois.

Credit: Brian DeMarco, University of Illinois


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