Quantum Sensors Group

The Group focuses on:

• quantum effects, including superconductivity;
• low temperatures to reduce thermal noise; and
• the development of advanced sensors.

Major activities of the Group include:

• superconducting x-ray and gamma-ray spectrometers for applications that include materials analysis and nuclear materials accounting
• superconducting microbolometers for applications that include concealed weapons detection and understanding the early universe 
• advanced cryogenics to aid the dissemination of cryogenic sensors
• the determination of x-ray fundamental parameters to facilitate materials analysis by x-ray techniques
• support of U.S. industries that develop or use advanced cryogenics and cryogenic sensors