neutrino telescope

A neutrino telescope is an instrument designed to detect neutrinos, extremely small and elusive particles that are produced in processes like nuclear reactions in the sun or cosmic events such as supernovae. Unlike regular telescopes that capture light, neutrino telescopes use large volumes of material, often located deep underwater or underground, to observe the faint traces these particles leave behind when they interact with other matter. By collecting data on neutrinos, scientists can learn more about the universe's most energetic phenomena and fundamental physics, offering insights into both cosmic events and the fundamental workings of matter.