A scientific collaboration network
between schools and universities
Participation in international muon week 2024
Our project represented Brazil as the only school in the southern hemisphere to participate in International Muon Week in 2024 and 2023.
Read more about IMW at: https://quarknet.org/content/international-muon-week-2024
Why study cosmic rays?
Cosmic rays are everywhere!
In every metric square, every second, hundreds of these high-energy cosmic particles reach us. What do the measurements of these particles have to teach us about ways and means that occur in our galaxy? Or even, about processes that occur in distant galaxies? How do cosmic rays affect our life on Earth?
Our idea
To create a network of particle detectors that can be made and operated by high-school students and professors. Our project allows an independent investigation and permits, through hands-on lessons, the engagement of students in scientific research activities oriented toward topics of particle physics, astronomy, and computing science.
Who takes part?
High-school students and professors, education researchers, and high-energy experimental physicists. This way, we unify schools, universities, and research institutes.
Tracking…
Take a look at what is happening in real time with your measuring station by clicking here!