The interaction of positrons with molecules is investigated using crossed beams. The energies and masses of the dissociation fragments are measured using mass spectrometric and kinetic energy spectrometry in order to study the chemical stability of molecules containing positronium. Applications to solid state physics, medical physics, polymer research and astrophysics are anticipated.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Physics (PHY)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
9600416
Program Officer
Barry I. Schneider
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1996-07-15
Budget End
2000-06-30
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1996
Total Cost
$455,000
Indirect Cost
Name
Marquette University
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Milwaukee
State
WI
Country
United States
Zip Code
53201