Understanding nature from its smallest constituents to its largest structures
CPSE research connects nuclear and particle physics with cosmology and astrophysics to investigate matter, fundamental interactions and the evolution of the universe.
The work combines theoretical modeling, detector development, high-energy experimental data, numerical simulation and astronomical observation.
Elementary Particles
Fundamental particles, forces, collider measurements and searches for physics beyond established models.
Atomic Nuclei
Nuclear systems, radiation, reactor research, medical physics and nuclear applications.
Early Universe
Cosmic microwave background, inflation, dark matter, dark energy and large-scale structure.
Celestial Systems
Planets, moons, comets, asteroids, exoplanets and the evolution of planetary systems.
Four complementary perspectives on matter and the universe
Open a research theme to explore its scientific objectives, methods and original legacy images.
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Particle Physics
Colliders, fundamental forces and new physics
Particle Physics
Colliders, fundamental forces and new physicsParticle physics investigates elementary particles and fundamental interactions using high-energy collision data, theoretical models and advanced detector systems.
CPSE research contributes to precision measurements and software development associated with the ATLAS experiment at CERN.
- Precision measurement of the W-boson mass
- ATLAS detector software and monitoring
- High Granularity Timing Detector development
- Light-by-light scattering
- Searches for axion-like particles and new physics
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Nuclear Physics
Reactor systems, medical physics and plant imaging
Nuclear Physics
Reactor systems, medical physics and plant imagingNuclear-physics research connects fundamental radiation science with reactor monitoring, biomedical imaging and plant-science applications.
Experimental methods are combined with Monte Carlo simulation and advanced detectors to improve safety, diagnostics and quantitative imaging.
- Low-energy photon detection near nuclear reactors
- Nuclear-reactor safety parameters
- Medical imaging and radiation therapy
- PET and MRI-based imaging concepts
- Plant-water transport and plant diagnostics
CMB
Cosmology & Cosmic Microwave Background
The early universe, inflation and cosmic structure
Cosmology & Cosmic Microwave Background
The early universe, inflation and cosmic structureThe cosmic microwave background provides a snapshot of the universe approximately 380,000 years after the Big Bang.
Research uses its temperature and polarization signatures to investigate the early universe, inflation, cosmological parameters and the formation of cosmic structure.
- Cosmic origins and the early universe
- Inflationary cosmology and primordial B-modes
- Dark matter and dark energy
- CMB lensing and large-scale structure
- Instrumentation, foreground separation and noise reduction
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Astrophysics & Planetary Science
Planets, moons, comets, asteroids and exoplanets
Astrophysics & Planetary Science
Planets, moons, comets, asteroids and exoplanetsAstrophysics research examines planets, moons and smaller celestial bodies to understand their formation, physical properties and evolution.
Comets and asteroids preserve information about conditions in the early solar system, while exoplanets extend the investigation to planetary systems beyond our own.
- Rocky planets and planetary atmospheres
- Gas giants and their moons
- Icy bodies and potential habitability
- Asteroids and cometary activity
- Exoplanets and planetary-system evolution
From collider experiments to cosmic messengers and planetary observations
Searches for Extra-Dimensional Excitations in Light-by-Light Scattering
Research uses light-by-light scattering to explore new particles, extra-dimensional models and physics beyond established theories.
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Observation of an Ultra-High-Energy Cosmic Neutrino with KM3NeT
The international KM3NeT collaboration reported the highest-energy neutrino observed at the time, opening a new window on extreme cosmic phenomena.
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Optimizing Positron Emission Tomography for Accurate Plant Imaging
GATE Monte Carlo simulations are used to correct positron-range effects and improve the accuracy of PET-based plant imaging.
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Watching a Comet Turn On: Observations of Comet C/2017 K2
High-resolution spectroscopy follows the emergence of gas activity as the comet approaches the Sun, revealing the evolution of its volatile components.
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Fundamental Physics
Precision tests of particles, forces and theoretical models describing the physical universe.
Detector Technologies
Instrumentation, timing systems, radiation detectors and experimental data-acquisition technologies.
Scientific Computing
Monte Carlo simulation, numerical modeling, reconstruction and large-scale data analysis.
Healthcare
Medical imaging, radiation diagnostics and improved understanding of radiation–matter interactions.
Agriculture
Non-invasive plant imaging, water-transport studies and simulation-supported plant diagnostics.
International Science
Participation in international experiments and collaborations including CERN-ATLAS and KM3NeT.