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Researchers Breakthroughs in Higgs boson Searching
We are just at the beginning of what is predicted to be the decade of the twenty first century’s biggest breakthroughs in particle physics. This, it is hoped, will usher in a new era for particle physics research. If you have a child who is interested in the subject, you should do your best to encourage them to pursue a career in this exciting and important area of science. The younger that they are, the better their chances will be of fulfilling their dreams.
One of the most exciting areas of research is the search for the Higgs Boson. This particular particle was discovered around the turn of the 20th century and remains a mystery to scientists today. It was found to make its existence known when researchers started trying to model the behavior of elementary particles. Subsequently, the process of picking out the various characteristics of this particle was explained by the introduction of a new theory.
Another major breakthrough was the discovery of the P particle
Particles of this particular mass are extremely rare and they travel faster than the speed of light. Scientists have spent decades trying to miniaturize this particle. They are currently working on ways of making particles smaller while still maintaining their essential properties. As a result, we may soon see devices that can be used in our phones and computers that are capable of playing video games.
While we’re still a long way from building devices smaller than a phone, researchers are making great strides. For example, in January of this year, scientists announced the discovery of a molecule that they had been working on for nearly forty years. When mixed with hydrogen, it produced a gas called ethylene. Tests indicate that the ethylene has many useful applications in the field of plastics manufacturing.
The biggest surprise of all, however, was the announcement that a successful experiment had proven conclusively that two unique particles exist. We know that particles exist in a vacuum, but what is the nature of these elusive particles? Are they really elementary particles or are they composite ones? These questions have remained unanswered for decades. Now, after more than twenty years of research, it appears that one of these composite particles may be the real thing. This particle, also called the Higgs boson, is by far the most promising find of all time.
The first hints of the existence of Higgs came about when scientists saw a similarity between the structure of an elementary particle and that of a Higgs boson. Because of this, the search for a Higgs Boson was not considered a success. However, in July of 2021, a separate research group made an unexpected discovery. Using powerful computing techniques, they were able to see the behavior of a Higgs boson through its effects on high energy radiation. It was then found to be exactly what was predicted.
Other experimental searches have found hints of other, lesser known particles
As each new particle is discovered, more theories about the behavior of the universe are developed. With so much research still being done on these particles, there is no doubt that one day they will have to be tested.
One exciting possibility is that a component of a Higgs boson could merge with another to become a much stronger particle. A particle collision would result in the release of high energy radiation. If these collisions did occur, researchers believe that the energy released would be detectable. If this occurs, we may finally be able to detect the location of these particles and know more about the early universe.
