Scientists from all over the world are contributing to the first complete prototype of a wedge-shaped slice of the new CMS endcap calorimeter. This ...
Run-2 for the Large Hadron Collider (LHC)--the world's largest and most powerful particle collider--began April 5 at CERN, the European Laboratory for Nuclear Research. In preparation, Thomas M.
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Particles rush through a long tunnel in the Large Hadron Collider. Maximilien Brice/CERN, CC BY-SA When you push “start” on your ...
The new calorimeter for CERN’s CMS experiment is one of the most challenging engineering projects in particle physics of all time. Dave Barney explains how it will be pivotal to the success of the ...
When you push “start” on your microwave or computer, the device flips right on — but major physics experiments like the Large Hadron Collider at the European Organization for Nuclear Research, known ...
The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) and its associated experiments undergo an annual, multi-week reset and calibration procedure following a winter hibernation period, essential for accurate data ...
It’s a bit icky reading between the lines on this one… but it’s a fascinating experiment! In his latest Applied Science video, [Ben Krasnow] tries to measure how efficient the human body is at getting ...
The problem of multi-resistant bacteria is increasing, and the health-care costs and implications are a global concern. Consequently, the search is on for novel solutions. The use of a sensitive label ...
Beginning chemistry students can use this app to get a feel for conducting a simple coffee-cup calorimeter experiment. Quickly set the masses and initial temperatures for your system and go. Observe ...