At the Max Born Institute for Nonlinear Optics and Short Pulse Spectroscopy in Berlin, physicist Lisa-Marie Kern and her team are exploring how Skyrmions can be harnessed more reliably and efficiently for future technologies.

But first, they needed to see them. Kern's team developed a groundbreaking imaging technique that not only captures Skyrmions in photographs but also films their movements. These visualizations are a game-changer, offering a rare “happy ending” to a research project, despite its complex scientific underpinnings.

This complexity often presents a challenge for researchers trying to explain their work to a broader audience. Kern, however, is determined to break down those barriers. “Communicating research to society means excluding no one,” she says. Her efforts in making this highly specialized topic accessible earned her the KlarText Award for Science Communication from the Klaus Tschira Foundation for her piece titled Uuund Action!

Through her work, Lisa-Marie Kern not only pushes the boundaries of physics but also sets an inspiring example for bridging the gap between cutting-edge science and everyday understanding. Her research may one day help revolutionize technology—and thanks to her outreach efforts, the public can follow along in this exciting journey.

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