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Experimental neutrino physics in a nuclear landscape
D S Parno1, A W P Poon2, V Singh3
1Department of Physics, Carnegie Mellon University , Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA.
Summary
Neutrino physics and nuclear experiments offer insights into neutrino mass, matter-antimatter properties, and nuclear structure. These fields also advance quantum sensing technologies.
Area of Science:
- Nuclear Physics
- Particle Physics
- Astrophysics
Background:
- Profound connections exist between neutrino physics and nuclear experiments.
- Precise measurements of beta-decay spectra are crucial for understanding neutrino mass and nature.
- Neutrino-nucleus interactions are fundamental to oscillation experiments and probing nuclear structure.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current and planned efforts at the intersection of neutrino and nuclear experiments.
- To highlight how neutrino physics informs nuclear experiments and vice versa.
- To showcase the interdisciplinary nature of nuclear physics.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of single and double beta-decay spectra.
- Studies of neutrino-nucleus scattering.
- Observational astronomy and reactor monitoring for neutrino detection.
Main Results:
- Illumination of neutrino mass scale and nature.
- Potential to determine if neutrinos are their own antiparticles.
- Advancement of nuclear structure understanding through neutrino probes.
- Insights into astrophysical phenomena like supernovae and nuclear reactors.
Conclusions:
- Neutrino and nuclear physics are deeply intertwined, yielding significant scientific insights.
- These fields are crucial for fundamental physics questions and technological advancements.
- The synergy between neutrino and nuclear experiments drives progress in quantum sensing and astrophysics.
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