The Physics of Atomic Nuclei Program at NSCL

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A Free Residential Summer Camp for High/Middle School science Teachers and High School Students on the campus of Michigan State University


PAN 2010 dates are set!

Science teachers: August 1-6

High School students: August 8-13

Application will be online in January 

PAN 2008 Group Picture

PAN is an outreach program at the National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory (NSCL)—one of the world's leading nuclear physics laboratories—located on the campus of Michigan State University. It is run by the Joint Institute for Nuclear Astrophysics (JINA), NSCL faculty and staff.

The PAN 2009 Schedule is now online!

 

Watch the "PAN teaser" on YouTube! 

 

The PAN experience:

  • Learn about research in one of the top rare-isotope laboratories in the world.
  • Get introduced to the fascinatiing fields of astrophysics, cosmology, and nuclear science.
  • Perform your own nuclear physics experiments.
  • Experience the atmosphere of one of the biggest university campuses in the country.
  • Teachers can earn SB-CEUs for participation in PAN (number to be determined).

Learn more on the PAN FAQ, How to apply, or Downloads pages.

NSCL Contact: Zach Constan or PAN. Phone: 517-333-6363.

Team Dark MatterPAN 2008 in the words of participating teachers and students:

"I loved this program!Count on me to spread the word concerning the great work you are doing with PAN."

"This program really brings nuclear science to life."

"PAN is the best program I have been to. I learned an incredible amount, and am inspired to pursue a career in nuclear physics. I could only wish there was a PAN 2!"

"PAN was amazing. It was fun being with other students with the same interests as me. The afternoon and evening activities helped strengthen the bond between peers and made the week seem so fast. I almost don't want to leave. The program was great and I'm really glad I got to be a part of it."

95% of students and 100% of teachers at PAN 2008 would "Probably" or "Definitely" recommend the PAN program.

Read more about what happened at PAN 2008!

PAN and PIXE-PAN alumni: join our Facebook group! 

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