In the quest for ultra-precise timekeeping, scientists have turned to nuclear clocks. Unlike optical atomic clocks—which rely ...

Scientists are developing nuclear clocks using thin films of thorium tetrafluoride, which could revolutionize precision ...

The world's first nuclear-diamond battery uses carbon-14, which has a half-life of 5,700 years, to power devices.

Using thorium films just 100 nm thick, researchers were able to detect photon emissions and verify working on the nuclear ...

In “Go nuclear, Trump” (Ideas, Dec. 8), Theo Zenou recycles debunked arguments for nuclear power while avoiding the obvious case against this dangerous and expensive form of electricity ...

This episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast features a lively discussion about our Top 10 Breakthroughs of 2024, which include important research in nuclear physics, quantum computing, medical ...

Theoretical nuclear physics is the development of models for describing the nucleus and the processes that occur within it. This includes understanding the shape of the nucleus, or why nuclei with ...

“This year’s Nobel Peace Prize has lit up our path ahead by reminding us of the past, and of the consequences of ignoring the perils of nuclear weapons use,” said IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano ...

The Coalition says nuclear energy will be needed to stop blackouts and reduce electricity bills as it unveiled a new energy plan that's much less reliant on renewables. Opposition Leader Peter ...

All aspects of nuclear physics are on our agenda - we are known internationally for our work in nuclear experiment, nuclear theory and nuclear applications. We lead research projects at the major ...

More than a decade ago, dark matter experts Daniel Akerib and Thomas Shutt joined the Department of Energy's SLAC National ...