NIST Center for Neutron Research User Program

The NIST Center for Neutron Research User Program provides researchers access to advanced neutron scattering facilities for scientific studies. Neutrons, subatomic particles, are used to examine materials at the atomic level, helping scientists understand their structure and properties. The program invites scientists from different fields—like physics, chemistry, and biology—to propose experiments. Approved research can utilize the center’s specialized instrumentation to gain insights that are difficult to achieve elsewhere. This collaborative effort advances fundamental science and supports technological innovations across various industries.