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Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists13h
An appreciation of Bob Alvarez, a fearless advocate for those harmed by the US nuclear weapons complex
An appreciation of Bob Alvarez, a fearless advocate for those harmed by the US nuclear weapons complex, a former Energy ...
Nuclear mass measurement reveals new proton magic number
In nuclear physics, "magic numbers" identify specific numbers of protons or neutrons that lead to especially stable nuclei.
Measuring individual radioactive decays enables faster detection method for nuclear applications
Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have demonstrated a new and faster method for ...
Interesting Engineering on MSN2d
Cryogenic sensor reads atomic decay in days, could reshape nuclear safety and care
Scientists have developed a supercooled sensor that delivers full radioactivity profiles without chemical tracers.
The Cool Down on MSN5d
Scientists announce surprising results after testing futuristic 'Holy Grail' nuclear facility: 'Like securing a seat on the only flight to the moon'
Further testing is on the way. Scientists announce surprising results after testing futuristic 'Holy Grail' nuclear facility: ...