neutrino detection methods

Neutrino detection involves observing rare interactions between these elusive particles and atoms in large, sensitive detectors. When a neutrino collides with an atom, it produces tiny flashes of light or charged particles that sensors can pick up. These detectors are often massive and located deep underground or underwater to shield from other radiation noise. Common methods include water Cherenkov detectors, which capture light from particle interactions in water, and liquid scintillators, which produce light when struck. By analyzing these signals, scientists can study neutrino properties and their role in the universe.