SLAC

SLAC, or the Stanford Linear Accelerator Center, is a research facility located in California that focuses on high-energy particle physics. It houses a particle accelerator that speeds up electrons and positrons to nearly the speed of light, allowing scientists to collide these particles. By studying the resulting interactions, researchers explore fundamental questions about the universe, including the nature of matter, energy, and the forces that govern them. SLAC also contributes to developments in technology and medicine, making it a key player in both scientific discovery and practical applications.