Neutrino Research

Neutrino research involves studying neutrinos, tiny, nearly massless particles that are produced in nuclear reactions, such as those in the sun or during radioactive decay. They interact very weakly with matter, making them difficult to detect. Scientists track these elusive particles to understand fundamental aspects of physics, including the behavior of the universe, the properties of elementary particles, and the processes within stars. Advanced detectors deep underground or in ice are used to capture neutrinos, helping to reveal information about cosmic events and potentially new physics beyond the current theories.