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The SNO+ Experiment, over a mile underground, places new limits on grand unified theories and studies neutrinos from the Sun
New computer simulations reveal the explosive scene after ultra-dense stars collide, as well as where heavy elements may have originally formed.
A new device may provide up to six times better contrast of tumors in the breast, while halving the radiation dose to patients.
Built with detector technologies used in nuclear physics experiments, the system monitors radiation treatments in hard-to-reach areas.
The recently observed “fingerprints” of a neutron-rich isotope suggest an unexpected change in nuclear structure, possibly pointing to physics missing from atomic models.
Expanding our understanding of the structure and decay properties of some of the most exotic elements.
Read more about Building a Scale to Weigh Superheavy Elements
Following in the footsteps of supernovas, a new approach offers a more natural way to make new extremely heavy elements.
Read more about A Search for New Superheavy Isotopes
Pairs of sub-atomic particles may catalyze reactions that happened moments after the Big Bang.
Low-momentum (wimpy) quarks and gluons contribute to proton spin, offering insights into protons’ behavior in all visible matter.
Researchers use advanced nuclear models to explain 50-year mystery surrounding the process stars use to transform elements.
The radii of three proton-rich calcium isotopes are smaller than previously predicted because models didn’t account for two nuclear interactions.
Read more about Why Are These Extremely Light Calcium Isotopes So Small?
The spin direction of protons was reversed, for the first time, using a nine-magnet device, potentially helping tease out details about protons that affect medical imaging and more.
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