Exotic nuclei and nuclear astrophysics
Our research seeks to address the structure and reaction properties of key radioactive nuclei, which govern the pathways of nucleosynthesis in explosive astrophysical environments and determine the evolution of nuclear shapes and shells far from stability.
Overview
To perform these studies, we make use of a variety of innovative experimental techniques at both world-leading stable and radioactive ion beam facilities. Our experimental expertise involves the use of charged-particle and gamma-ray spectroscopy as well as the use of magnetic spectrometers and separators.
Research areas
- Nuclear reactions affecting the emission of cosmic gamma rays
- Direct measurements of radiative capture reactions
- Exotic nuclei for understanding nuclei synthesis in explosive binary systems
- Single particle transfer reactions around the Islands of Inversion
- Exploring exotic nuclear shapes and shape coexistence.
Staff members
If you want to find out more about the research we are doing or just have a general query, then please get in touch.
Professor Wilton Catford
Professor, Research Group Leader of Experimental Nuclear Physics
Dr Daniel Doherty
Associate Professor
Professor Gavin Lotay
Professor, Director of Research and Innovation
Study with us
We host many types of research fellow or you can apply to do a PhD with us. We also offer project work as part of our undergraduate and masters courses.
Physics research groups
Take a look at the other research we do within the School of Mathematics and Physics.