Neutral Plasma Experiment (IMAGE) Rice University Caption Rice University physicists reported the first laser-cooled neutral plasma, a breakthrough that could lead to simulators for exotic states of matter that occur at the center of Jupiter or white dwarf stars. (Photo by Brandon Martin/Rice University) Credit Photo by Brandon Martin/Rice University Usage Restrictions Must credit: Brandon Martin/Rice University License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.