A Belgian physicist has contributed to the development of an advanced observatory in Antarctica designed to detect elusive neutrinos—high-energy particles originating from distant cosmic events. The facility, buried deep in the ice, uses highly sensitive sensors to capture these nearly massless particles, offering scientists a new way to study the universe’s most violent and remote phenomena. Neutrinos, which pass through ordinary matter almost undisturbed, provide unique insights into sources like supernovae and black holes that traditional telescopes cannot observe. The project marks a significant leap in astrophysical research by expanding humanity’s ability to "see" beyond visible light.
Belgian physicist worked to build Antarctic observatory that tracks neutrinos from deep space.
