Scientists have come a step closer to understanding how collisionless shock waves -- found throughout the universe -- are able to accelerate particles to extreme speeds.
One of the most puzzling questions in modern cosmology is why the universe is filled with matter in the first place. The problem is that almost all fundamental particle reactions produce exact ...
Engineers escorted a 209,000-pound cooler into its new home at Fermilab in Batavia, as part of a new particle accelerator project aiming to better understand the building blocks of the universe.
Ever wondered what makes up the universe? Explore the fascinating world of fundamental particles, from the tiniest quarks to the atoms shaping our reality, in this concise guide.