This National Science Foundation (NSF) Project Grant award, under the Mathematical and Physical Sciences program (CFDA 47.049), provides $184,934 to the University of South Dakota (USD) from August 1, 2023 to July 31, 2026. The funding supports research and development on large-size germanium (Ge) ring-contact detectors for the upcoming LEGEND-1000 experiment, which aims to detect neutrinoless double-beta decay. The principal investigator and graduate/undergraduate students will conduct this work, which involves fabricating and testing the Ge detectors at USD and other LEGEND institutions. These innovative Ge detectors, capable of reaching sizes over 6 kg, can significantly reduce the number of detectors required for the ton-scale LEGEND-1000 experiment, thereby mitigating backgrounds and enhancing the overall sensitivity. This research contributes to advancing the understanding of neutrino properties, while also providing valuable training opportunities for students in cutting-edge scientific techniques.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $184.9k | 7/19/23 |