Quantum (1 of 2) (IMAGE)

Rice University

Quantum (1 of 2)

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In his quest to create a "topological insulator," Rice graduate student Ivan Knez spent hundreds of hours modifying tiny pieces of semiconductors in Rice University's clean room.

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Jeff Fitlow/Rice University

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