Name of event: Start Talking Science
Date of presentation : Nov 3rd, 2023
Type of presentation : Poster Presentation
Title & Text of abstract: Neutrino Physics with the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment
Abstract: Neutrinos are invisible elementary particles that travel nearly at the speed of light, filling our surroundings at all times. These particles possess intriguing quantum properties and hold the distinction of being the most abundant particles with mass in the universe, playing a foundational role in cosmic processes. The Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) holds the key to understanding neutrinos' fundamental nature. Operating within the Long-Baseline Neutrino Facility, DUNE employs a high-intensity neutrino beam created by a proton accelerator. This beam is a crucial tool for exploring neutrinos. After a collision with a target, three focusing horns direct the beam into the decay pipe, where secondary pions and kaons decay into muons and muon neutrinos. The beam then passes through a hadron absorber, resulting in a beam consisting mainly of muons. Before reaching the Near Detector, the muon beam is sent into three muon alcoves. This poster presentation focuses on quantifying and investigating flux and energy-related uncertainties in the muon beam through advanced simulations and data analysis, making contributions to the DUNE mission. Through this analysis, we contribute to understanding neutrinos and advancing our comprehension of the universe.
Date of presentation : Nov 3rd, 2023
Type of presentation : Poster Presentation
Title & Text of abstract: Neutrino Physics with the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment
Abstract: Neutrinos are invisible elementary particles that travel nearly at the speed of light, filling our surroundings at all times. These particles possess intriguing quantum properties and hold the distinction of being the most abundant particles with mass in the universe, playing a foundational role in cosmic processes. The Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) holds the key to understanding neutrinos' fundamental nature. Operating within the Long-Baseline Neutrino Facility, DUNE employs a high-intensity neutrino beam created by a proton accelerator. This beam is a crucial tool for exploring neutrinos. After a collision with a target, three focusing horns direct the beam into the decay pipe, where secondary pions and kaons decay into muons and muon neutrinos. The beam then passes through a hadron absorber, resulting in a beam consisting mainly of muons. Before reaching the Near Detector, the muon beam is sent into three muon alcoves. This poster presentation focuses on quantifying and investigating flux and energy-related uncertainties in the muon beam through advanced simulations and data analysis, making contributions to the DUNE mission. Through this analysis, we contribute to understanding neutrinos and advancing our comprehension of the universe.