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Thesis opportunities in n_TOF

 

Neutron-induced nuclear interaction processes often represent the fundamental ingredient for studies of nuclear astrophysics (nucleosynthesis of the elements in the stars and in the big bang), of emerging nuclear technologies (energy production with accelerator-driven systems, transmutation of nuclear waste, new generation reactors) and for basic nuclear physics (fission models, statistical properties of nuclei). Neutron-induced cross section measurements are the main object of the experimental program of the neutron flight times n_TOF at CERN, where one of the brightest neutron sources in the world is operating (spallation of 20 GeV/c protons on Lead). The n_TOF beams are characterized by an excellent energy resolution with two flight paths: one of 200 m and a second of 20 m. The two corresponding experimental areas in which the measurements are performed are equipped with innovative state-of-the-art detectors and cutting-edge technologies. In several instances, these detection systems were developed at the laboratories of the National Institute for Nuclear Physics.

In all three research areas of n_TOF – nuclear astrophysics, emerging nuclear technologies and basic nuclear physics – bachelor, master and doctoral degree theses are available at UNIBO.