# Neutrino Physics at the University of Chicago

> **NSF 01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT** · University of Chicago (IL) · $235,000

## Abstract

One of the major intellectual achievements of modern science is the development of the Standard Model of particle physics, humankind's most detailed description of the properties and behavior of the fundamental building blocks of matter. Among those building blocks are the neutrinos, light-weight, elusive particles that exist in huge numbers throughout the universe. This research aims at elucidating the properties of the neutrinos, which may hold the answer to important open questions about nature. The Standard Model includes three different kinds of neutrinos that are distinguishable through the different interactions they undergo when they interact with other matter. Surprisingly, experiments have shown these neutrinos can actually change from one type to another, a phenomenon known as neutrino oscillation. Modern experiments are designed to make detailed measurements of the interactions of these unusual particles and the neutrino oscillation effect. Such detailed measurements are one of the most promising ways to search for new physics beyond the Standard Model.

The Short-Baseline Neutrino (SBN) experiment at Fermilab will address whether various anomalies observed in several neutrino experiments could be indications of new physics and in particular the existence of low-mass "sterile" neutrino particles. The Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) will make comprehensive measurements of neutrino and anti-neutrino oscillations to investigate neutrino CP violation, d

## Key facts

- **NSF award ID:** 2514289
- **Awardee organization:** University of Chicago (IL)
- **SAM.gov UEI:** ZUE9HKT2CLC9
- **PI:** Edward C Blucher
- **Primary program:** 01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT
- **All programs:** PHYSICS OF THE UNIVERSE
- **Estimated total:** $235,000
- **Funds obligated:** $235,000
- **Transaction type:** Standard Grant
- **Period:** 09/01/2025 → 08/31/2026

## Primary source

NSF Award Search: https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2514289

## Citation

> US National Science Foundation, Award 2514289, Neutrino Physics at the University of Chicago. Retrieved via AI Analytics 2026-06-08 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/grant/nsf/2514289. Licensed CC0.

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