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Research Highlights |
Researchers find way to show how the tiniest particles in our universe saved us from complete annihilation |
30 January 2020 |
Recently discovered ripples of spacetime called gravitational waves could contain evidence to prove the theory that life survived the Big Bang because of a phase transition that allowed neutrino particles to reshuffle matter and anti-matter. |
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Research Highlights |
University of Guelph researchers leverage TRIUMF’s unique facilities to probe safe nuclear waste storage solutions |
20 December 2019 |
Researchers from the University of Guelph and Atomic Energy of France recently published a study in Nature Scientific Reports that investigates how the chemistry of atoms can be affected by confinement within nanostructures – an investigation with potential implications for long-term safe storage of nuclear waste, novel ways of generating and storing hydrogen as a clean energy source, and new technologies for capturing and reusing greenhouse gases. |
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Current Events |
“A science podcast, but with a twist”: TRIUMF’s Coffee Break Podcast highlights stories from the diverse people behind the lab |
18 December 2019 |
Creating a science podcast: it had always been a dream for Dr. Pietro Giampa. Now, with the support of the TRIUMF Community Fund, he’s using podcasts to not only explore the wonder of science, but also to share the personal stories of the many people at TRIUMF. |
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From the Director |
Happy holidays from TRIUMF |
17 December 2019 |
To all who have been part of the TRIUMF journey, thank you and happy holidays. |
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Headlines |
TRIUMF hosts interdisciplinary quantum retreat for Canadian researchers |
05 December 2019 |
On November 28, a diverse group of Canadian quantum computing researchers gathered at TRIUMF to discuss the applications of quantum techniques within a variety of fields in physics - including atomic, molecular, and optics (AMO). |
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Awards & Honours |
Dr. Reiner Kruecken elected 2019 AAAS Fellow |
26 November 2019 |
As part of the Physics fellowship, Kruecken was elected for his work elucidating the structure of exotic nuclei and astrophysical heavy element synthesis, and for his leadership in the international nuclear physics community. |
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Headlines |
ARIEL-CANREB team celebrates first-round commissioning of High Resolution Separator and ARIEL B2 beamlines |
20 November 2019 |
The project team working on the Advanced Rare Isotope Laboratory (ARIEL) is pleased to announce that several beam delivery components for CANREB (the CANadian Rare isotope facility with Electron Beam ion source) recently underwent successful first-round commissioning. |
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Awards & Honours |
Two TRIUMF community members elected fellows of the American Physical Society |
28 October 2019 |
The APS has recognized Dr. Ritu Kanungo and Dr. Sonia Bacca for their outstanding contributions to their respective fields within physics |
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Current Events |
TRIUMF and CNL announce first joint production run of actinium-225 |
23 October 2019 |
Partnered organizations complete first trial production run of actinium-225, demonstrating capability to produce “the rarest drug on Earth.” |
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Headlines |
TRIUMF welcomes new Chief Financial Officer Joanna Carson |
30 September 2019 |
Carson brings over two decades of experience in financial stewardship, budget management, compliance, and partnership development at Canada’s leading universities. |
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