Tag: CERN
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The Large Hadron Collider is Being Shut Down: What It Means for Physics
Overview: A Planned Pause in CERN’s Iconic Collider The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN is entering a lengthy shutdown, a planned pause designed to upgrade its systems and prepare for even more powerful experiments in the coming years. This is not a permanent closure; rather, it marks a strategic interval for the world’s most…
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The Large Hadron Collider Is Being Shut Down: What It Means for Physics
Scientists Prepare for a Prolonged LHC Shutdown The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) is the world’s most powerful particle accelerator, enabling breakthroughs from the discovery of the Higgs boson to precision tests of the Standard Model. Yet, after more than a decade of high-intensity operation, CERN has announced a substantial shutdown. This pause isn’t permanent, but…
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The Large Hadron Collider Is Being Shut Down: What It Means for Science
Overview: Why the LHC Is Going Quiet for a Long Pause The Large Hadron Collider (LHC), the world’s most powerful particle accelerator, is entering a prolonged shutdown. This is not a permanent end to its mission, but a strategic pause that will stretch over years. Scientists describe the decision as a responsible step to upgrade,…
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4th International Symposium on the History of Particle Physics at CERN: A Deep Dive into the UA1 Era and Beyond
Overview: A Pivotal Gathering at CERN From November 10 to 13, renowned researchers and enthusiasts will converge at CERN for the 4th International Symposium on the History of Particle Physics. This Knowledge Sharing event is designed to illuminate the milestones, personalities, and technological breakthroughs that have shaped high-energy physics. Attendees will have the chance to…
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Upcoming Events at CERN: 4th International History of Particle Physics Symposium and ‘Invisible Energy’ Screening
Overview: A Week of Knowledge Sharing at CERN CERN is hosting a cornerstone event for science historians and particle physicists: the 4th International Symposium on the History of Particle Physics. Running from November 10 to 13, this gathering brings together researchers from around the world to explore how our understanding of the subatomic world has…
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4th International Symposium: A Deep Dive into the History of Particle Physics at CERN
Overview: A Milestone in the History of Particle Physics The 4th International Symposium on the History of Particle Physics is returning to CERN for a focused exploration of how the field has evolved, the people who shaped its trajectory, and the pivotal moments that defined modern science. From the early discoveries that opened the subatomic…
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Scientists Recreate Cosmic Fireballs at CERN to Probe Missing Gamma-Rays
H2: Groundbreaking experiment at CERN aims to mimic cosmic fireballs In a pioneering effort, scientists at CERN have recreated a phenomenon described as cosmic fireballs within a controlled Earth-based environment. The project uses a high-energy jet of hot plasma to mirror the conditions believed to occur when cosmic explosions propel matter at relativistic speeds. The…
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Scientists Recreate Cosmic Fireballs at CERN to Hunt for Missing Gamma-Rays
Introduction: Recreating the cosmos in the lab In a groundbreaking experiment, researchers at CERN have recreated the conditions of distant cosmic fireballs on Earth. By blasting jets of high-temperature gas and plasma within a controlled particle accelerator, scientists aim to uncover the mysteries surrounding gamma-ray emissions observed in space. The project, one of the first…
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Cosmic Fireballs Recreated at CERN to Hunt Gamma Rays
Introduction: Bringing Cosmic Fire to the Laboratory In a groundbreaking study, researchers at CERN have recreated cosmic fireballs—phenomenal jets of superheated plasma and gas—within a controlled Earth-based setting. The goal is to understand why certain high-energy gamma rays appear to go missing when these extreme jets interact with surrounding matter and magnetic fields. By simulating…