DNP @ UNH: Vector and Tensor Polarization Extraction from Line-Shape Analysis

The Solid Polarized Target group at UNH is developing a dynamically polarized target for use in measuring spin-structure and tensor spin observables including Azz, T20 and b1. These measurements can help distinguish between virtual nucleon and light cone nucleon-nucleon potentials; between “hard” and “soft” deuteron wave functions; and may provide an unambiguous signal for the detection of hidden color. Our lab has been successful dynamically polarizing deuterated targets such as chemically doped polymers and alcohols. Our next goal is to enhance tensor polarization to ~35%, including in deuterated ammonia.