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Protons and neutrons, collectively called nucleons, are packed together tightly in a nucleus. With a radius of about 10−15 meters, a nucleus is quite small compared to the radius of the entire atom, which is about 10−10 meters. Nuclei are extremely dense compared to bulk matter, averaging 1.8 × 1014 grams per cubic centimeter. If the earth’s density were equal to the average nuclear density, the earth’s radius would be only about 200 meters.
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    Area of Science:

    • Materials Science
    • Atomic Physics
    • Optical Engineering

    Background:

    • Solid-state nuclear optical clocks require stable, miniaturized, and spaceborne-compatible materials.
    • Existing thorium-doped crystals face challenges with doping efficiency, uniformity, and radiation-induced degradation.
    • Thorium-doped vacuum ultraviolet transparent crystals are crucial for advanced clock applications.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce Th:SrF2 as a novel material for solid-state nuclear clock applications.
    • To evaluate the doping characteristics, optical properties, and radiation resistance of Th:SrF2.
    • To address the limitations of current materials used in nuclear clock development.

    Main Methods:

    • Crystal growth and characterization of Th:SrF2.
    • Measurement of optical transmittance at vacuum ultraviolet wavelengths.
    • Assessment of doping concentration and uniformity using segregation coefficient analysis.
    • Irradiation testing under alpha radiation to evaluate color center formation.

    Main Results:

    • Th:SrF2 exhibits a segregation coefficient close to 1, enabling highly efficient and uniform thorium doping.
    • Achieved high transmittance (~69% at 149 nm) with extremely high doping concentration (>6x10^20 cm^-3).
    • Demonstrated resistance to coloration under strong alpha radiation, preserving transmission in the nuclear transition band.

    Conclusions:

    • Th:SrF2 is a promising new material for solid-state nuclear optical clocks.
    • Its superior doping and radiation stability overcome limitations of existing crystal hosts.
    • This discovery significantly advances the development of next-generation nuclear clock technology.