Researchers create prototype thorium nuclear clock for timekeeping accuracy, surpassing current atomic clocks.

Researchers at JILA have created a prototype for a nuclear clock that uses thorium nuclei to achieve unprecedented timekeeping accuracy. This new clock, which relies on energy jumps from atomic cores, could surpass current atomic clocks used in GPS and internet synchronization. Beyond improving everyday technology, nuclear clocks may help test fundamental physics theories, potentially leading to significant scientific advancements.

September 04, 2024
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