Neutron Scattering Cross Sections: (n,n'), (n,n'gamma), and (n,gamma) Measurements [Year 3]

PROJECT SUMMARY / ABSTRACT Neutron Scattering Cross Sections: (n,n''), (n,n''γ), and (n,γ) Measurements [Year 3] Jeffrey R. Vanhoy, United States Naval Academy (Lead-PI) Sally F. Hicks, University of Dallas (Co-PI) Benjamin P. Crider, Mississippi State University (Co-PI) Steven W. Yates, University of Kentucky (Co-PI) Yongchi Xiao, University of Kentucky (Co-Investigator) Abstract Nuclear data, i.e., neutron scattering and attenuation cross sections, along with γ-ray production rates, are required in many technical fields such as basic nuclear science, experimental design and analysis, medical treatment and dosimetry, the fission and fusion power industries, homeland security, non- proliferation, safeguards, and the interrogation communities. Members of this collaboration have surveyed needs documents and participated in numerous workshops to identify measurements where the University of Kentucky Accelerator Lab (UKAL) can continue its contributions. The work scope involves the measurement of neutron scattering and gamma-ray production cross sections from 7Li, 12C, 13C, 19F, 23Na, 56Fe, and neutron capture cross sections and strength function information on the Cd isotopes. The team will achieve ~50 days of neutrons on target each year resulting in 5 to 10 (n,n′) and (n,n′γ) angular distributions and excitation functions. The team will also perform (n,γ) measurements at Los Alamos National Laboratory. The effort will integrate undergraduates into the research team each year, and support two graduate students and a postdoctoral scholar. Note: The University of Dallas and the US Naval Academy were provided a 3-year grant for this project in 2020. Mississippi State University and the University of Kentucky were only obligated first-year funding. This document establishes the year-3 funding for the University of Kentucky. .