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Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

Cold antimatter for quantum state-resolved precision measurements

The BASE collaboration has developed a trap that can cool individual antiprotons much more rapidly than in the past, allowing for precise measurements of their magnetic moment and spin. This breakthrough enables researchers to identify possible matter-antimatter asymmetries and improve the accuracy of measurements by a factor of 1000.

Down goes antimatter! Gravity's effect on matter's elusive twin is revealed

Researchers confirmed that antimatter falls under the influence of gravity, ruling out gravitational repulsion as a cause for its absence in the universe. The study used an antihydrogen experiment to observe individual atoms taking a downward path, providing a definitive answer to long-standing questions about antimatter's behavior.

Frozen-planet states in exotic helium atoms

Physicists have mapped the energy levels of exotic helium atoms and discovered a 'frozen planet' state configuration where an antiproton is trapped. This study provides insights into the stability of such configurations, which may be more amenable to experimental research.

A new approach to the hunt for dark matter

Scientists explore how dark matter influences antimatter, searching for clues that could link the two aspects of the universe. They use captured antiprotons to detect changes in spin precession frequency, which could indicate dark matter's presence.

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Christian Smorra receives ERC starting grant for antimatter research

Researchers expect to greatly enhance measuring accuracy by developing a transportable trap for transporting antiprotons from CERN to Mainz. The project aims to measure fundamental properties of antiprotons with high precision, searching for differences between protons and antiprotons.

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At tremendous precision, the proton and antiproton still seem identical

The RIKEN-led BASE collaboration has measured the magnetic moment of the antiproton at unprecedented precision, finding it remarkably close to that of the proton. This result imposes strict limits on the possibility of CPT asymmetry, a key factor in the imbalance between matter and antimatter.

Anti-hydrogen origin revealed by collision simulation

A new study published in Springer reveals that numerical calculation approaches developed to simulate collisions can be used to explain antihydrogen formation. The researchers found excellent agreement between two different methods for hydrogen, but identified room for improvement for helium.

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Antimatter not so different after all

Researchers at Rice University measured the attractive force between antiprotons, revealing a fundamental new way to understand antimatter interactions. The scattering length and effective range of interaction were found to be nearly equivalent to those between protons.

Physicists measure force that makes antimatter stick together

Scientists at Brookhaven National Laboratory have measured the attractive force between pairs of antiprotons for the first time, shedding light on antimatter's existence and symmetry. The study's findings may help explain why the universe is dominated by ordinary matter and not antimatter.

Protons and antiprotons appear to be true mirror images

The RIKEN collaboration has confirmed proton-antiproton symmetry through a high-precision experiment testing CPT invariance. The results show that charge-to-mass ratios are identical within 69 parts per trillion, constraining violations of the standard model and informing future research on antimatter and dark matter.

Magnetic moment of the proton measured with unprecedented precision

Researchers at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz successfully measured the magnetic moment of a proton for the first time with unprecedented precision. The measurement has far exceeded previous attempts and will contribute to a better understanding of the matter/antimatter asymmetry in our universe.

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Zeroing in on the proton's magnetic moment

Scientists from RIKEN have directly measured the proton's magnetic moment with record precision, resolving one of physics' deepest mysteries. This achievement could help explain the matter-antimatter asymmetry in the universe.

Measuring the magnetism of antimatter

A team of Harvard scientists has successfully measured the magnetic charge of single particles of matter and antimatter, achieving a significant increase in accuracy for antiprotons. This breakthrough could provide new insights into the nature of matter and help address fundamental questions about the universe.

Anti-helium discovered in the heart of STAR

The STAR experiment has produced 18 examples of the nucleus of antihelium-4, making it the heaviest antiparticle ever detected. The discovery sheds light on the universe's matter-antimatter imbalance and could lead to breakthroughs in searching for antimatter in space.

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Antimatter atoms stored for the first time

The ALPHA collaboration has successfully trapped and stored antihydrogen atoms for nearly two-tenths of a second. By comparing their energy levels to those of ordinary hydrogen, researchers aim to test the symmetry of nature and better understand how antimatter behaves.

Antihydrogen trapped for first time

Researchers have achieved a significant milestone by trapping 38 antihydrogen atoms for more than one-tenth of a second using the ALPHA experiment. This achievement marks a crucial step towards studying the properties of antihydrogen, which could provide insights into the universe's mysterious lack of antimatter.

Antimatter atoms produced and trapped at CERN

The ALPHA experiment at CERN has successfully produced and trapped atoms of antihydrogen, a significant step forward in understanding the difference between matter and antimatter. This development allows for new ways of making detailed measurements of antihydrogen, which will enable scientists to compare matter and antimatter.

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Protons in the war on cancer

Research on proton therapy, including proton CT, aims to improve effectiveness and reduce costs. Protons deposit more energy inside cancerous tissue than neighboring healthy tissue, making them a targeted treatment option. New technologies, such as laser-driven acceleration, are being explored to make proton therapy more accessible.

Antiprotons 4 times more effective than protons for cell irradiation

The ACE experiment found that antiprotons are four times more effective at terminating live cells than protons, with the potential to reduce damage to healthy tissue. Researchers plan further tests to assess the effectiveness of antiprotons for cancer therapy and ensure minimal harm to surrounding tissues.