Articles tagged with Particle Physics
A new ceramic material overcomes long-standing limits in proton conductivity, achieving record-high performance at intermediate temperatures. The innovative donor co-doping strategy combines increased proton concentration and mobility with chemical stability under various environments.
The Interactions Collaboration has selected top three photographs from hundreds of submissions by amateur and professional photographers worldwide. Marco Donghia's image of a researcher at the CryOgenic Laboratory for Detectors was chosen as first place, praised for its clear storytelling and masterful use of light.
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.
Researchers at New York University have created a new type of time crystal that levitates on a cushion of sound, defying Newton's Third Law. This breakthrough has significant implications for technology and industry, and provides insights into biological clocks and biochemical networks.
The VIP-2 experiment, a highly sensitive test of the Pauli exclusion principle, found no evidence of its violation. The team set the strongest limits yet on possible violations involving electrons in atomic systems, constraining speculative theories beyond the Standard Model.
The American Physical Society's Global Physics Summit will feature over 10,000 individual presentations on new research in astrophysics and particle physics. Attendees can book discounted hotel rates near the Colorado Convention Center until February 12 to receive a discount.
Physicists have developed a new terahertz microscope that allows them to observe quantum vibrations in superconducting materials for the first time. The microscope enables researchers to study properties that could lead to room-temperature superconductors and identify materials that emit and receive terahertz radiation.
Research investigates the influence of strong laser fields on nuclear decay lifetimes, altering nuclear structure and properties. This study provides valuable insights into laser-nucleus interactions and holds promise for applications in the nuclear energy sector.
The study explores the dissociation of heavy quarkonium in the QGP medium using a Bayesian holographic QCD model, revealing its deconfinement mechanism. Key findings include the influence of temperature and chemical potential on thermodynamic properties and dissociation behavior.
Researchers measured energy correlations between two 252Cf prompt fission neutrons, finding a positive correlation at 180° and a negative correlation at 90°. These findings are crucial for developing and verifying fission physics theories, and should be considered in neutron coincidence and multiplication measurement techniques.
The Muonium-to-Antimuonium Conversion Experiment (MACE) aims to detect the rare conversion of muonium into antimuonium, a process that could reveal new physics. The experiment seeks to improve upon the last experimental limit by more than two orders of magnitude and target a conversion probability as low as 10^-13.
A team of researchers has observed the Einstein–de Haas effect in a Bose–Einstein condensate, demonstrating the transfer of angular momentum from atomic spins to fluid motion. This finding highlights the conservation of angular momentum between microscopic spin and macroscopic mechanical rotation in the quantum world.
Physicists at MIT observed clear signs that quarks create wakes as they speed through the plasma, confirming the plasma behaves like a liquid. This finding provides new insights into the properties of the quark-gluon plasma and its behavior in the early universe.
Researchers at the University of Plymouth have discovered a method to increase muon lifetime using intense laser pulses. By applying quantum interference principles, they aim to develop new scientific facilities that utilize muons instead of electrons.
Researchers at Heidelberg University developed a new theoretical framework that connects two fundamental domains of modern quantum physics, describing the emergence of quasiparticles in systems with both mobile and static impurities. The new theory explains how quasiparticles form even in systems with extremely heavy impurities.
Researchers at Tokyo University of Science demonstrate matter-wave diffraction in a short-lived electron-positron atom, marking a major advancement in fundamental physics. The findings pave the way for new research using positronium and could enable sensitive tests of gravity.
The American Physical Society's Global Physics Summit will convene over 14,000 physicists worldwide for groundbreaking research presentations. The event will feature both in-person and online experiences, including scientific sessions, exhibits, and networking events.
Researchers have discovered a linear relationship between reactivity and the reciprocal of uranium concentration in thermal-spectrum molten salt reactors. This finding has significant implications for criticality calculations, fuel loading prediction, and reactivity measurement.
HALIMA, a hybrid array for lifetime measurement of neutron-rich nuclei at IMP, enables precise sub-nanosecond measurements using the four-fold FF/β-Ge-LaBr <sub>3 </sub>(Ce)-LaBr <sub>3 </sub>(Ce) coincidence technique. The system reduces Compton continuums and enhances selectivity via fission fragments implantation.
Researchers at EAST have successfully accessed a theorized 'density-free regime' for fusion plasmas, achieving stable operation at densities beyond conventional limits. This breakthrough provides new insights into overcoming one of the most persistent physical obstacles on the path toward nuclear fusion ignition.
Experimental evidence confirms that a single superconductor can induce electron pairing and synchronization in another material, enabling the creation of a Josephson junction with only one superconductor. This discovery has potential implications for topological superconductors and conventional quantum computers.
Theoretical physicists at MIT propose that under certain conditions, magnetic material’s electrons could form quasiparticles called “anyons” that can flow together without friction. If confirmed, it would introduce a new form of superconductivity persisting in the presence of magnetism.
Researchers from RIKEN and their international collaborators used deep learning techniques to analyze unexamined nuclear emulsion data and identified a new double-Lambda hypernucleus. This is the world's first AI-assisted observation of such an exotic nucleus, providing new insight into neutron star cores.
Researchers at Virginia Tech have developed a new method for attaching fluorine-18 to trifluoromethyl groups, enabling the tagging of previously inaccessible targets in PET scans. This breakthrough expands the range of molecules that can be imaged, potentially leading to earlier diagnoses and more targeted treatments for diseases.
Researchers have successfully detected the interaction of neutrinos with carbon atoms in a vast underground detector, marking a breakthrough in understanding stellar processes, nuclear fusion, and the universe. The observation uses a unique 'delayed coincidence' method to separate real neutrino interactions from background noise.
The MicroBooNE collaboration has ruled out the possibility of a light sterile neutrino, a hypothetical particle that had long been speculated as a solution to open questions in particle physics. This result narrows the field of possibilities for explaining one of today's biggest puzzles in neutrino physics.
Researchers have discovered a new 'Island of Inversion' in the most symmetric region of the nuclear chart, where protons and neutrons equal each other. This finding challenges long-held assumptions about structural inversions and provides insights into fundamental forces that bind matter together.
The LHC accelerator confirms an improved model of proton collisions, with implications for our understanding of quantum mechanics. The generalized dipole model describes existing data more accurately and works well in a wider range of energies.
Physicists discovered connections between Ramanujan's formulae for pi and fundamental physics theories like conformal field theories. The formulas, developed in the early 20th century, yield efficient calculations for phenomena like turbulence and black holes.
A team of physicists at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz has taken an important step toward answering the question of why lead behaves differently from other atomic nuclei when struck by electrons. The new measurement reveals unexpected behaviour in heavy nuclei, intensifying a long-standing puzzle that current theory cannot explain.
The KATRIN collaboration presents the most precise direct search for sterile neutrinos through measurements of tritium β-decay. No sign of a sterile neutrino was found, excluding a large region of parameter space suggested by earlier anomalies. The result relies on distinct detection methods and complements oscillation experiments.
Researchers at the University of York have discovered a way to harness radiation from particle accelerator beam dumps to produce medical isotopes used in cancer diagnosis and treatment. Copper-67 is a rare isotope with limited global supplies, but this method could generate it without affecting main physics experiments.
The German Research Foundation has awarded a €10 million grant to the Collaborative Research Centre 211 'Strong-Interaction Matter under Extreme Conditions' for its third phase, extending funding for another 3.5 years.
The JUNO experiment has successfully measured solar neutrino oscillation parameters with a factor of 1.5 to 1.8 better precision than previous experiments. This confirms the existing discrepancy known as the solar neutrino tension, which could be proved or disproved using both solar and reactor neutrinos.
Physicists from Swansea University have developed a groundbreaking method for producing and trapping antihydrogen, allowing for the record trapping of 15,000 atoms in under seven hours. This breakthrough could help answer the question of why there is such an imbalance between matter and antimatter.
Researchers discovered a new optical principle to amplify light in water using non-harmonic two-color femtosecond laser excitation. This breakthrough achieves a 1,000-fold enhancement in broadband white-light output and unlocks advances in bioimaging and ultrafast spectroscopy.
Researchers have developed a numerical model to optimize avalanche photodiodes for detecting photons in ultraviolet wavelengths. The study improved the design of Geiger-mode avalanche photodiodes, resulting in high single-photon detection efficiencies up to 71% for photons with a wavelength of 340 nm.
A research team developed a comprehensive manufacturing approach for stretchable synaptic transistors, enhancing electro-mechanical stability and learning accuracy. The architecture of devices plays a crucial role in maintaining stable electrical behavior under deformation.
Researchers developed a new method to probe an atom's nucleus using its own electrons as messengers within a molecule. They measured the energy of electrons whizzing around a radium atom in a molecule, detecting a slight energy shift and analyzing it to sense the internal structure of the nucleus.
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.
Physicists from the Institute of Nuclear Physics in Cracow confirmed the validity of the core-halo model by observing coherent production of triplets of pions in high-energy proton collisions. This achievement provides new insights into hadronisation, a process that shapes the matter universe.
Researchers at Aalto University have successfully connected a time crystal to an external system, enabling the development of highly accurate sensors and memory systems for quantum computers. This breakthrough could significantly boost the power of quantum computing by harnessing the unique properties of time crystals.
Researchers at the University of York suggest Dark Matter could impart a subtle red or blue tint to light as it passes through regions with Dark Matter presence. Detecting such effects could open up a new way to study invisible mass in the cosmos.
Ben Jones, UTA physics professor, receives $1.3 million grant to search for rare processes involving neutrinos. The grant supports his project on neutrinoless double electron capture in argon or krypton gases.
Researchers create nanoscale slots to tune phonon vibrations, enabling ultrastrong coupling and hybrid quantum states in lead halide perovskite. This breakthrough could improve energy flow and performance in optoelectronics.
The LUX-ZEPLIN experiment has narrowed down the possibilities for weakly interacting massive particles (WIMPs), a leading dark matter candidate. By analyzing 280 days' worth of data and using sophisticated techniques to rule out backgrounds, scientists have pushed the boundary into a new regime in their search for dark matter.
A new study published in Nature Photonics reveals that virtual charges significantly influence the material's response to ultrashort light pulses. The research, conducted by Politecnico di Milano and other institutions, used advanced techniques to isolate the effect of virtual vertical transitions on monocrystalline diamonds.
Gravitinos, charged particles with spin 3/2, are suggested as a new alternative to existing Dark Matter candidates like axions and WIMPs. The JUNO detector, currently under construction, is well-suited for detecting gravitinos due to its large volume.
Recent detection of a record-setting neutrino may be the first evidence of Hawking radiation from a primordial black hole. If confirmed, it would indicate that PBHs make up most of dark matter in 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.
A sophisticated neutron flux diagnostic system will gather knowledge of plasma and power released in nuclear reactions at ITER. The High Resolution Neutron Spectrometer (HRNS) measures both neutron number and energies, providing information on fuel composition, ion temperature, and combustion quality.
A new study from Mizzou's College of Veterinary Medicine analyzed the effects of radioactive iodine therapy on thyroid cancer in dogs. The research found that tailoring the dose of radiation more precisely for each dog could improve outcomes and potentially lead to more targeted care.
Researchers at MIT introduce the concept of a neutrino laser that uses cooled radioactive atoms to produce amplified neutrino beams. By cooling rubidium-83 to near absolute zero, the team predicts accelerated radioactive decay and production of neutrinos. This innovation could lead to new applications in medicine and communication.
The sPHENIX detector precisely measured particles from high-speed collisions, revealing properties of quark-gluon plasma. This achievement enables scientists to reconstruct the early universe's conditions.
The study reveals that when physical constraints are removed, human mobility follows a power-law pattern, decreasing steadily with distance. The researchers found this pattern across five orders of magnitude, from 10 meters to hundreds of kilometers.
Andreas Papaefstathiou's research will help elevate the study of particle physics in nuclear collisions at Kennesaw State University. The grant will also contribute to the development of a new particle collider in the US, strengthening partnerships between universities.
Researchers at Mainz University have observed the transition of a two-dimensional ordered lattice structure into a disordered state in real time using skyrmions. The two-step melting process involves the loss of translational and orientation order, leading to complete dissolution of the lattice.
Physicists used a machine-learning method to identify surprising new twists on the non-reciprocal forces governing a many-body system. The AI approach provides precise approximations for these forces, correcting common theoretical assumptions with an accuracy of over 99%.
Scientists from the University of Kansas developed a technique to track ultra-peripheral collisions between protons and ions, resulting in the creation of gold momentarily. The discovery was made possible by studying photon-photon collisions, which are incredibly clean events with almost nothing else produced.
MIT physicists performed an idealized version of the double-slit experiment, confirming light behaves as both a particle and wave. The more information obtained about light's path, the lower the visibility of the interference pattern was.