Particle Astrophysics & Cosmology (PAC)
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Construction Begins on One of the World’s Most Sensitive Dark Matter Experiments
The SuperCDMS SNOLAB project, a multi-institutional effort led by SLAC, is expanding the hunt for dark matter to particles with properties not accessible to any other experiment.
The World’s Largest Astronomical Movie
The Large Synoptic Survey Telescope will track billions of objects for 10 years, creating unprecedented opportunities for studies of cosmic mysteries.
Hirohisa Tanaka Joins SLAC to Push Limits of Neutrino Physics
The accomplished particle physicist will prepare the lab for its role in DUNE, a next-generation experiment designed to demystify neutrinos and their fundamental role in the universe.
45-Year-Old Telescope Gets a Makeover to Demystify Dark Energy
Installation of the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument begins at Kitt Peak National Observatory in Arizona.
SLAC Celebrates Legacy of Theoretical Physicist Sidney Drell
Nearly 200 guests attended a symposium on fundamental physics to celebrate the former deputy director’s numerous scientific contributions, which continue to have a tremendous impact on our understanding of the subatomic world.
Symmetry: The 12 Days of Physicsmas
Add some science to your holiday carols.
Photos: LSST Camera's First Sensor Array Arrives
21 of these "science rafts" will go into the world's largest digital camera for astronomy, which is being assembled and tested at SLAC.
LIGO Mirror Coatings Get Upgrade with New National Collaboration
Effort to improve the next generation of gravitational wave detectors includes atomic studies of new and better coatings for LIGO’s mirrors at SSRL.
Symmetry: An International Celebration of Dark Matter
Around the world, scientists and non-scientists alike celebrated the first international Dark Matter Day.
SLAC’s Risa Wechsler Named American Physical Society Fellow
The astrophysicist is recognized for her leadership, mentorship and innovative work in understanding how galaxies form.
