NIST Center for Neutron Research

The NIST Center for Neutron Research (NCNR) is a research facility that uses a powerful tool called a neutron spectrometer to study materials at the atomic level. Neutrons are subatomic particles that can reveal detailed information about the structure, composition, and behavior of materials, such as metals, polymers, and biological substances. The NCNR provides scientists with access to these neutron tools for cutting-edge research across fields like physics, materials science, and medicine. Ultimately, it helps improve technology, develop new materials, and deepen our understanding of the physical world.