The Evolution of Silicon Pixel: How Tiny Chips Transformed Particle Physics
Silicon pixel sensors revolutionized particle detection with microscopic tracking precision, enabling huge physics discoveries.
Stefano Meroli
CERN scientist, DataCenter expert, history lover.
PhD in Nuclear Physics and counting.
How Photons Interact with Matter: Everything You Need to Know
Everything you need to know about photons and their interaction process: Photoelectric effect, Compton and Rayleigh scattering & Pair production
The Scientific Evolution of Fibre Optic Communication Technology Over Time
Discover how fibre optic communication has reshaped modern communication and connected the world.
Czochralski Process vs Float Zone: Comparison of Monocrystalline Silicon Growth Techniques
Explore the variances between Czochralski Process and Float Zone, along with the steps for producing flawless silicon wafers and ingots.
Radiation Damage Impact on Silicon Wafer and Solid-State Detectors
The impact of radiation on silicon's sensors from leaky currents to doping fluctuations
Charge Carriers 101: Understanding How Electricity Flows in Semiconductors
The concept of charge carrier generation, a fundamental process in semiconductor physics and examples of how it is used in modern electronics.
The Physics of Optical Computing. A New Era After Digital Electronics
Optical computing has gained renewed interest due to its potential speed and energy-efficiency advantages over electronics. Check how this is possible.