We study how magnetic moments on various lattices interact with one another to stabilize a certain magnetic structure, or in some unusual cases even fail to develop an order due to frustration. In the latter case, new exotic phenomena such as electron fractionalization are believed to emerge. A particularly interesting playground for this interesting physics is 5d transition-metal oxides in which spin-orbit coupling enables realizing novel types of magnetic interactions. We use neutron and x-ray scattering to understand the collective phenomena of novel quantum magnets through measuring their magnetic structures and dynamics. The scope of this project encompasses design, synthesis, and basic characterization of new materials, spectroscopic investigation of them, and theoretical modeling through collaborations with various groups within the institute. Thus, students with interests in all areas of experimental and theoretical condensed matter physics are highly encouraged to apply.