Articles tagged with Muons
An international team of physicists has achieved a breakthrough in understanding the muon's magnetic moment, resolving a decades-long discrepancy between theory and experiment. The study delivers the most precise calculation to date of a key component underpinning the muon's magnetism, agreeing with experimental measurements within jus...
A team of physicists has confirmed the mass of the fundamental W boson particle using an ultra-precise measurement, reaffirming the Standard Model's predictions. The new measurement is based on over 1 billion proton-colliding events produced by the Large Hadron Collider and is in line with previous experiments.
Researchers introduced transfer learning into muon tomography to address data limitations and improve material identification. The approach achieved high prediction accuracy, especially when combined with physics-guided sampling.
A team of researchers led by Yoshiteru Maeno used magnetic resonance based on muons to investigate the superconducting state of strontium ruthenate. They discovered that the material exhibits spin-singlet superconductivity, which provides crucial insights into the behavior of unconventional superconductors.
Scientists successfully observed a quinoxalinyl radical forming within nanoseconds using µSR spectroscopy. The technique enabled real-time detection of highly reactive aromatic heterocyclic radicals in isocyanide insertion reactions.
Physicists have analyzed how neutrinos change 'flavor' as they travel through the cosmos, gaining insights into their masses and evolution. The study's findings hint at possible Charge-Parity violation in neutrinos and their antimatter counterparts, with researchers seeking more data to answer fundamental questions about the universe.
Researchers applied particle physics techniques to measure sediment buildup in underwater infrastructure using muography, a noninvasive imaging technique. They successfully identified locations with high levels of sediment buildup and plan to deploy permanent detectors for round-the-clock monitoring.
Researchers aim to harness muon beams for higher collision energy, enabling breakthroughs in particle physics. The goal is to understand dark matter and the Higgs boson's role in the universe's birth and potential collapse.
The team measured the radius of the nucleus of muonic helium-3 with a precision of around 15 times more than previous experiments, providing important reference values for modern ab initio theories. The result is an important stress test for theories and future experiments in atomic physics.
The Taishan Antineutrino Observatory's unique plastic scintillator module design boasts exceptional performance in muon identification efficiency, surpassing 99.67% even at high thresholds. This scalable solution establishes a transferable technique for next-generation neutrino detectors requiring muon identification efficiency >99.5% ...
The Super-Kamiokande and T2K Collaborations present a joint measurement of neutrino oscillation parameters using atmospheric and beam neutrino data. The analysis finds a 1.9𝜎 exclusion of 𝐶𝑃 conservation and a 1.2𝜎 exclusion of the inverted mass ordering.
A team at University of Queensland has made a breakthrough in muonic atom research, showing that nuclear polarisation does not limit studies of muonic atoms. The finding provides a clear path for using muonic atoms to better understand the magnetic structure of the nucleus.
Assistant Professor Tova Holmes at University of Tennessee Knoxville received a $75,000 Sloan Research Fellowship for her work on searching for new fundamental particles using colliders in high-energy particle physics research.
Scientists at Shibaura Institute of Technology discovered quasi-1D dynamics in a triangular molecular lattice, contradicting the expected 2D behavior of quantum spin liquids. This finding was achieved through advanced ESR and muon spin rotation experiments combined with theoretical modeling.
Tova Holmes, a UT Physics Professor, has been awarded the prestigious Cottrell Scholar Award for her groundbreaking research on muon particles and collider technology. Her work aims to create a more efficient and streamlined process for studying these elusive particles, which could revolutionize our understanding of the universe.
Scientists at the Paul Scherrer Institute have found a quantum phenomenon known as time-reversal symmetry breaking occurring at the surface of the Kagome superconductor RbV₃Sb₅ at temperatures up to 175 K. This discovery sets a new record for the temperature at which this phenomenon is observed among Kagome systems.
The UT Arlington Neutrino Group has successfully identified the detector's neutrino interactions for the first time in a decade-long project. The group's work on the SBND experiment aims to study neutrino oscillation and search for evidence of a fourth neutrino, with the potential to redefine our understanding of the universe.
Debaditya Biswas combines different particle identification methods with machine learning to detect muons hidden in a sea of pions. He plans to simulate reactions and assess the viability of various techniques, including traditional PID, PSD, and machine learning, to optimize muon detection for future experiments.
Researchers at Imperial College London have successfully demonstrated muon-marshalling technology, a key step towards building a muon collider. The breakthrough enables more efficient high-energy collisions, revolutionizing particle accelerator research and potential applications.
The GRAPES-3 experiment detected a new kink in the cosmic-ray proton spectrum around 166 TeV energy, challenging current models. This finding suggests a re-evaluation of cosmic ray sources and acceleration mechanisms.
Scientists have made a breakthrough in particle physics, releasing the world's most precise measurement yet of the muon's magnetic moment. The result bolsters evidence for new physics beyond the Standard Model and sets up a showdown between theory and experiment over 20 years in the making.
Researchers at HZDR are developing a low-cost muon detector for non-destructive condition monitoring of industrial facilities. The detector aims to reduce costs and enable long-term monitoring, with potential applications in bridge inspection and nuclear waste management.
A team of researchers has developed a promising synthesis method for producing 6-(difluoromethyl)phenanthridines, which hold tremendous potential for drug development. The study uses aryl-substituted difluoromethylborates and radical isonitrile insertion to form phenanthridine.
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have developed a new navigation system using cosmic-ray muons, which can accurately determine position in underground environments. The MuWNS system uses time synchronization to achieve accuracy comparable to single-point GPS positioning aboveground.
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have developed a new strategy to detect axions using particle collider experiments. By analyzing the decay product of unstable heavy particles into muons, they hope to locate and prove the existence of these hypothetical particles.
A team of scientists has successfully verified strong-field quantum electrodynamics with exotic atoms, using muonic atoms to measure the energy spectrum of characteristic X-rays emitted from neon gas. The results demonstrate a significant step towards verifying fundamental physical laws under strong electric fields.
A University of Queensland-led research team is using an unusual caesium atom to search for dark matter particles. The team's work may also improve atomic theory calculations and technology, such as navigation systems.
COSMOCAT proposes using cosmic rays to transport random numbers, eliminating the need to send decryption keys and enhancing local device and network security. The system can be used alongside current wireless technologies, offering faster speeds and limited distance capabilities.
Researchers studying exotic atom muonium aim to detect deviations from the Standard Model, which could reveal new physics. By measuring energy levels with unprecedented precision, they may uncover evidence for additional particles or forces that explain the muon's misbehavior.
Researchers found that fatty acids in cooking emissions form a stable film on surfaces, protecting trapped pollutants from breakdown. This film can become rougher and attract water, trapping toxins underneath.
The cosmic time synchronizer uses cosmic rays from deep space to detect specific signatures, allowing devices to synchronize their clocks accurately. This technology has the potential to fill gaps in current time synchronization methods, particularly in remote or underwater locations.
A team of researchers has developed a method for non-destructive 3D elemental analysis using muonic x-rays and a CdTe double-sided strip detector. This technique allows for the creation of 3D images of sample composition without damaging the material, with potential applications in archaeology and planetary science.
A new undersea detector has successfully detected a mild tsunami in Tokyo Bay using the power of muons and cosmic rays. This innovative system uses sensitive detectors to measure changes in ocean swells, providing accurate data for early warning systems and potentially revolutionizing tsunami monitoring.
Researchers at PSI's Laboratory for Muon Spin Spectroscopy have discovered strong evidence of exotic charge order and orbital currents in a correlated kagome superconductor. The findings provide a new insight into unconventional superconductivity and its relationship with the quantum anomalous Hall effect.
Researchers investigate light smashups to create new physics beyond the Standard Model, building on previous discoveries that matter can be generated from light. The study reveals implications for understanding primordial plasma and the strong force.
Scientists have successfully visualized the molecular motion of a highly unstable compound, 10-mesityl-1,8-bis(trifluoromethyl)-9-phosphaanthracene, using novel spectroscopic techniques. The study revealed unprecedented molecular motions and structure information, shedding light on its radical reactivity and potential applications.
Physicists at the University of Tokyo have created a new spectroscopic method, Rabi-oscillation spectroscopy, to study exotic atoms and improve our understanding of the material universe. This technique allows for faster observation and greater precision than conventional methods.
Researchers at University of Kent discover new topological superconductor LaPt3P, offering potential breakthrough in quantum computing. The material's exceptional properties make it highly desirable for building quantum computers.
Researchers used HPC resources to run lattice QCD calculations, finding a different value for the Standard Model prediction of muon behavior. The results are consistent with an experimental finding, suggesting that further research is needed to verify the results.
Researchers confirm the original findings that suggested a significant discrepancy in the muon's magnetic field from the Standard Model prediction. This discovery may indicate the presence of an undiscovered type of fundamental physics, leading to further investigation into the nature of particles and forces.
The Muon g-2 experiment has shown fundamental particles behaving in a way not predicted by the Standard Model of particle physics. Researchers have confirmed discrepancies that have been gnawing at scientists for decades.
A new theoretical calculation of the muon magnetic moment has reduced the discrepancy with experimental measurements, but sparks debate on the standard model's fate. The calculation, involving CNRS physicists, used precise measurements made with electron-positron colliders and European supercomputers.
The Muon g-2 Collaboration has published the first result of its measurement, revealing a discrepancy of 4.2 standard deviations between experiment and theory. The result strengthens evidence for the existence of new physics, potentially indicating previously unknown particles or forces.
Scientists from Argonne National Laboratory and Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory have conducted an experiment to test the current understanding of the universe. The first result points to the existence of undiscovered particles or forces, which could help explain long-standing scientific mysteries like dark matter.
Physicists employ advanced computing to study subatomic particles, pushing the boundaries of our understanding. Theoretical framework quantum chromodynamics governs these interactions, with lattice QCD offering insights into the universe's nature.
Researchers have found spontaneous electrical currents in Sr2RuO4, a rare form of superconductivity that can't be switched off. The study used muon implantation to detect these currents, which appear when the material becomes superconducting.
Researchers at Nagoya University have developed a new imaging technique that can assess the quality of high-energy muon beams. This innovation allows for better understanding and control of these beams in various applications such as non-destructive X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy and cancer radiotherapy.
Researchers at PSI have measured the helium nucleus radius five times more precisely than before, allowing for better understanding of fundamental physics and natural constants. The new method uses low-energy muons to create exotic atoms, enabling precise measurements of atomic properties.
New research from Northwestern University has found that including all three flavors of neutrinos in a study provides deeper knowledge of dying stars and unravels existing hypotheses. The study reveals that ignoring any flavor can lead to incomplete results, emphasizing the importance of complexity in models.
Researchers have made significant progress in understanding cold fusion through a new 2D modelling approach. By directly calculating the probabilities of fusion reactions involving muonic pairs of tritium atoms, the team found that these processes are 1 billion times more likely to occur than in 3D systems.
Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory are upgrading a measurement system for the Muon g-2 experiment, which could reveal undiscovered particles. The upgraded system will enable precise measurements of the muon's spin precession rate and magnetic field strength.
Researchers propose that cosmic rays influenced the evolution of DNA-based life on Earth, promoting one form of molecular handedness over its mirror image. This idea suggests a connection between fundamental physics and the origin of life, with potential experiments to test their hypothesis.
Researchers have produced a new theoretical calculation that refines one piece of the muon anomaly puzzle, sharpening the understanding of how subatomic particles interact. The study uses lattice QCD to analyze hadronic contributions and controls for errors, providing new insights into particle physics.
Researchers have used a multi-institutional approach and the Mira supercomputer to refine one piece of the complex puzzle surrounding the muon anomaly. They found a new result for the hadronic light-by-light scattering contribution, which could indicate a real discrepancy between experimental results and theoretical predictions.
Rice University researchers are receiving $3 million to upgrade sensors for the Large Hadron Collider. The upgrades will enable the collider to discover even deeper truths about elemental matter. The research team is responsible for designing and managing the installation of next-generation sensors in the Compact Muon Solenoid.
Researchers have successfully demonstrated ionization cooling of muons, a key innovation for the development of the world's most powerful particle accelerator. The achievement marks a significant milestone in advancing our understanding of fundamental constituents of matter.
The US ATLAS Phase I Upgrade enables the detection of rare processes and sheds light on dark matter, dark energy, and antimatter asymmetry. The upgrades improve the trigger/data acquisition system, liquid argon calorimeter, and forward muon detector, allowing for more efficient data collection and analysis.
The researchers used muon radiography to create the first 3D images of the Derbent fortress's underground space, confirming the hypothesis that it was a Christian temple. The unique shape and orientation of the building suggest an early Christian design, contradicting previous interpretations as an underground water tank.
The GRAPES-3 muon telescope has discovered a record 1.3 gigavolt potential in a thundercloud, exceeding the previous record by 10 times. This massive voltage is essential for producing high-energy gamma rays in Terrestrial Gamma Ray Flashes.
A team suggests that a supernova or series of supernovae may have caused mass extinctions of large ocean animals, including the massive shark species Megalodon. The energy from these cosmic events would have triggered climate change and increased cancer rates in larger animals due to penetrating particles called muons.