Fundamental nuclear physics at neutron sources

by Luca Zanini (CERN / EP Division)

Monday 25 Jun 2001, 16:30 → 17:30 Europe/Zurich

500/1-001 - Main Auditorium (CERN)

One of the most interesting fields in basic research in nuclear physics during the last decade has been the study of fundamental symmetries in the neutron-nucleus interaction. Theoretical predictions indicated a strong enhancement of P-violation and T-violation effects in the neutron resonance region. Experiments have been performed by the TRIPLE Collaboration in Los Alamos, concentrating on the parity violation in medium and heavy nuclei. The results have confirmed the theoretical predictions. In parallel, an experimental program based on neutron capture gamma-ray spectroscopy has been carried out in Geel, for the measurement of the spins and parities of the neutron resonances, essential ingredients for the interpretation of the results from Los Alamos. These studies have given also new information on the mechanism of nuclear gamma decay.

Organiser(s): Ariane Frey / EP Division

Note: Tea & coffee will be served at 16.00 hrs.