Department of Astronomy and Physics
Saint Mary's University led subatomic physics research project IRIS at TRIUMF has uncovered the heaviest isotope of helium to be unexpectedly deformed in shape.
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The research is supported by NSERC, Canada Foundation for Innovation, Research Nova Scotia, National Research Council of Canada.
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IRIS provides a glimpse of deformation in helium-8
New TRIUMF research from the Saint Mary’s University-led IRIS group has unveiled an unexpected shape deformation in the nucleus of helium-8, providing further insight into the unique dynamics of how neutron-rich nuclei take shape and maintain stability. (From TRIUMF www site.)

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We are currently seeking a full-time Astronomy technician to maintain and operate the campus-based Burke-Gaffney Observatory (BGO) and the Departmental network/server domain.

Congratulations to three students for successful thesis defences!
Congratulations to three students for successful thesis defences!

Congratulations to two students for successful thesis defences!
Congratulations to two students for successful thesis defences!