This research focuses on new and continuing experimental tests of quantum electrodynamics and relativistic bound-state formalism in positronium. Two systematic tests at the 200 ppm level will be made to address differences between the current value obtained by this group and the theoretical value. High precision spectroscopy of positronium in excited states will be continued with measurement of the n=2 fine structure intervals.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Physics (PHY)
Application #
9731861
Program Officer
C. Denise Caldwell
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1998-07-01
Budget End
2003-06-30
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1997
Total Cost
$658,000
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Ann Arbor
State
MI
Country
United States
Zip Code
48109