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Canadian Neutron Initiative

The CNI is a pan-Canadian effort in a response to the imminent loss of an irreplaceable tool – neutron beams – essential to Canada’s clean economy, security and health goals, beginning in March 2018. The CNI proposes a pragmatic, cost-effective solution to this urgent public policy challenge, aiming to sustain access for Canadians to an irreplaceable critical scientific tool, today and tomorrow. It proposes to establish a new framework for stewardship of Canada’s capability for research with neutron beams.

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26 Feb
World-leading neutron sources gather with Canadian researchers for consultation on the Canadian Neutron Long-Range Plan

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20 Oct
Registration is now open for the CINS AGM 2023

Virtual December 4th 2023, 1pm – 3pm

CINS AGM 2023

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27 Jul
Agreement signed for cooperation between Neutrons Canada and the Canadian Institute for Neutron Scattering

On July 21, 2023, Neutrons Canada signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Canad...

19 Jan
CINS Science Meeting – March 16th & 17th

CINS Science Meeting – March 16th & 17th

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The Future of Neutron Scattering in Canada

The Future of Neutron Scattering in Canada

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What makes neutrons irreplaceable?

Researchers use a suite of tools to study materials. The knowledge generated using neutrons is complementary to, and cannot be replaced by, any other tool.

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How Does A Neutron Beam Facility Work?

How Does A Neutron Beam Facility Work?

Neutron beamlines direct neutrons onto a material being studied under controlled conditions and detects how the neutron beams change as a result.

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Impacts today and tomorrow

Impacts today and tomorrow

Materials research using neutron beams makes impact, whether its helping to convert cars to clean fuels, generating knowledge for better health, or leading to tomorrow's discoveries.

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