China’s Big Science Facilities: Heavy Ion Research Facility in Lanzhou

Jin, Genming; Xiao, Guoqing; Li, Mao; Wang, Yaxian

This book offers a first-hand introduction to the Lanzhou Heavy Ion Research Facility. Taking readers on a fascinating journey through the magical nuclear world, it shapes the abstract nucleus into an intuitive and pleasing image of a "dwarf". It also presents the facility’s achievements and its impact on economic and social development, especially in the context of research on cancer treatment. Providing advanced scientific and technological insights, the book includes a large number of images and videos to help readers better understand abstract concepts such as heavy ions and ion accelerators. The book is intended for the general readers who are interested in the field of modern physics.

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2022-10-30

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9789811607172

DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-0715-8

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 110