
For Clues to Neutron Stars, Scientists Probe Lead Nuclei’s Thin Neutron Skin
A recent measurement of the neutron-rich “skin” around lead nuclei reveals new details of neutron behavior and the dynamics of neutron stars
A recent measurement of the neutron-rich “skin” around lead nuclei reveals new details of neutron behavior and the dynamics of neutron stars
Study finds atomic-scale ordering of elements in a metallic alloy that is responsible for alloy’s increased strength.
Scientists uncover a microscopic mechanism that involves atomic vibrations in a quantum material that trap electrons.
Nuclear theorists demonstrate a new method for computing the strengths of subatomic interactions that include up to three particles.
Scientists find strong evidence for the long-predicted Breit-Wheeler effect—generating matter and antimatter from collisions of real photons.
First observation of embedded magnetic islands paves way for improved fusion reactor designs.
Chromium defects in silicon carbide may provide a new platform for quantum information
Nuclear scientists devise an indirect method of measuring the speed of sound in matter created in heavy-ion collisions.
Electromagnetic waves are used to internally identify turbulent magnetic fluctuations in 100-million-degree fusion plasmas.
An enzyme system frees sulfur from small organic compounds to make a surprising gaseous side product.
State-of-the-art X-ray techniques found hidden damage in neutron irradiated silicon carbide, a possible structural material for future fusion reactors.
A team using the nation’s fastest supercomputer to look at protein binding finds that some binding processes are simpler than expected.