Nuclear Scientists Discover New Isotopes Causing Asymmetric Fission An international collaboration of scientists working with the FAIR Phase 0 program at the GSI (GSI Helmholtz Centre for Heavy Ion Research) in Germany has made a groundbreaking discovery in the realm of nuclear physics. These brilliant minds have uncovered new isotopes that have the remarkable capability […]
Powerful electron beams create extremely heavy hydrogen isotope for first-time ever
Powerful Electron Beams Create Extremely Heavy Hydrogen Isotope for First Time Ever An international research team has successfully produced hydrogen-6 (⁶H), one of the most neutron-rich isotopes, using powerful electron beams. This groundbreaking achievement marks a significant milestone in nuclear physics and opens up new possibilities for scientific exploration. The production of hydrogen-6 was made […]
World’s first private nuclear reactor, born from secretive wartime legacy, now landmark
The World’s First Private Nuclear Reactor: A Landmark of Innovation and Legacy The world’s first privately operated nuclear reactor, which broke new ground with its innovative use, stands as a remarkable testament to human ingenuity and the intersection of wartime necessity and peacetime progress. Known for its secretive wartime origins, this pioneering nuclear reactor has […]
50 Years of TRIUMF: A Legacy of Innovation in Particle Physics
This year, Canada’s particle accelerator centre, TRIUMF, proudly commemorates a significant milestone: 50 years since the activation of the world’s largest cyclotron, a critical player in the advancement of particle physics. On December 15, 1974, a dedicated group of physicists, engineers, and support staff successfully generated Canada’s first high-energy proton beam, setting the stage for […]