A tiny discrepancy in particle physics has loomed for decades as an exciting possible crack in one of science’s most ...

Physicists are rethinking how to detect elusive particles like neutrinos by combining existing technologies in unconventional ...

The muon mismatch was caused by calculation limits, not a new force. Improved methods bring theory and experiment into close ...

A neglected force produced by neutrinos and other particles helps atomic physics measurements align with predictions of the standard model.

Some innovations in physics come from entirely new technologies, others from fresh theoretical insights. Others still take ...

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Researechers are testing superconducting microwire single-photon detectors (SMSPDs) for use in future particle physics exepriments. The detectors, which were designed and fabricated at JPL and ...

For Cinzia DaVià, collaboration isn’t just a buzzword. It’s the approach she applies to all her professional endeavors. From her contributions to the development of a silicon sensor used in CERN ...

Kind courtesy Dr Atanu Nath In a proud moment for Assam, Dr Atanu Nath, Assistant Professor at Tihu College, is among 376 ...

A proposed funding program for small- and medium-scale projects reveals insights into the science, logistical challenges, and future of particle physics research. Particle physicists have a reputation ...

The particles that are in an atom: protons, neutrons and electrons The particles that are in protons and neutrons: quarks The four fundamental forces: gravity, electromagnetism, the strong force and ...