The CNMS research theme strategy focuses on developing new techniques for creating materials and structures, using new methods to explore materials properties, and advancing Department of Energy Office of Science initiatives (e.g., microelectronics, QIS, AI/ML, and clean energy). The science portfolio is underpinned by CNMS's strengths in AI/ML (e.g., data analytics and autonomous experiments), theory, precision synthesis, and imaging (e.g., scanning probes, electron, ion).
Heterogeneities in Quantum Materials
Heterogeneities in Quantum Materials
To establish the atomistic-level understanding of structure-property relationships in heterogeneous quantum materials to enable the design of new generations of quantum materials.
Harnessing Complex Macromolecular Conformations
Harnessing Complex Macromolecular Conformations
To bridge the gaps in our understanding of connecting chain conformations under non-equilibrium conditions to macroscopic responses using state-of-the-art synthesis, characterization, and modeling.
Multiscale Dynamics
Multiscale Dynamics
To accelerate design of functional materials through theory-guided discovery and autonomous control of coupled dynamics across time, length- and energy-scales.