CERN upbeat as China halts particle accelerator mega-project
Phys.org • 12/9/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
CERN's chief stated that China's decision to pause its major particle accelerator project creates an "opportunity" for Europe's competing plan to proceed, according to Phys.org. This development may influence the future of particle physics research in Europe.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
37 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
6
Tier (0-10)
Phys.org
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score45/100
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