Quantum Magnetometer Installed at Pwllpeiran

Quantum Magnetometer locations - red squares are new locations

IBERS is pleased to announce that the British Geological Survey (BGS) has installed a quantum magnetometer at the Pwllpeiran Upland Research Centre. This cutting-edge instrument will contribute to research into space weather and Earth’s magnetic field as part of the Quantum Sensing for the Environmental Sciences programme. This installation strengthens collaborations between BGS, Aberystwyth University, RAL Space and the University of Strathclyde.

The installation took place in two stages. BGS installed power sources, connective wiring and a weatherproof enclosure to house the sensor. Once the infrastructure was in place, researchers from Strathclyde University installed the quantum magnetometer itself. The device will now begin streaming real-time data via the 4G network, which will be displayed on the BGS website.

Quantum magnetometers are highly sensitive instruments used to detect variations in the Earth's magnetic field with extreme precision. The data gathered from Pwllpeiran will support scientific studies in space weather monitoring and geophysical research, providing valuable insights into how solar activity affects the Earth’s environment. The new sensor will provide a high accuracy measurement every second for the next two years while the project runs.

The communications teams at IBERS and BGS will be sharing updates on social media, and will continue to report on the progress of this exciting research development. Keep an eye on our news channels for further updates.

For more information about the quantum magnetometer project, please contact IBERS or visit the BGS website.

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