Neutron Scattering

Neutron scattering is a powerful analytical technique used to study the structure and dynamics of matter. It is one of the few techniques that can provide direct information about the composition, structure, and dynamics of materials at the atomic scale. Neutron scattering is uniquely valuable for probing light atomic nuclei, thus providing insights into biological and chemical processes, as well as the physical properties of materials. In a wide range of applications, neutron scattering is used to quantify the magnetism, size, shape and diffusion of atoms, molecules and nano-particles, and to study interactions between them. Additionally, neutron scattering has been used to address challenging questions in materials science and physics, providing insights into the nature of superconductivity, the behaviour of polymers, and the workings of exotic materials, such as liquids and gases near absolute zero temperatures.