What is the mass of a neutrino at rest? This is one of the big unanswered questions in physics. Neutrinos play a central role in nature. A team led by Klaus Blaum, Director at the Max Planck Institute for Nuclear Physics in Heidelberg, has now made an important contribution in “weighing” neutrinos as part of … Read more
Quantum Field Theory (QFT) stands as one of the cornerstones of modern theoretical physics, providing a powerful framework for understanding the fundamental particles and forces that make up the universe. Born out of the synthesis of quantum mechanics and special relativity, quantum field theory describes particles as excitations of underlying fields permeating space and time. … Read more
The neutrino, a remarkably elusive and poorly understood subatomic particle, rarely interacts with matter, posing a challenge for precise studies. Nuclear reactors, the most potent sources of neutrinos on Earth, play a vital role in exploring these mysterious particles. The Precision Reactor Oscillation and Spectrum Experiment (PROSPECT) was specifically designed for in-depth examinations of electron … Read more