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Francis Halzen wins Nobel Prize in Physics for neutrino work
Original: Francis Halzen wins Nobel Prize in Physics for work on ‘ghost particles’
Francis Halzen has been awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for his work on neutrinos, often called 'ghost particles' because they pass through matter almost undetected. Halzen is known for leading the development of the IceCube neutrino observatory at the South Pole, which detects these elusive particles. The award is being widely reported by international outlets including Al Jazeera.
Why now: The announcement of a new Nobel Prize in Physics winner is major science news drawing global attention.
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