Dongguan Spallation Neutron Source Phase Two Targets 2029 Completion
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Summary
Phase two construction of the China Spallation Neutron Source in Dongguan kicked off in January 2024, with completion targeted for October 2029. The facility, which opened in 2018 as China's first and the world's fourth pulsed spallation neutron source, focuses on basic research, national priorities, industrial innovation, and technological integration with Hong Kong and Macau. The center hopes to invite Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu to visit and provide guidance.
Key Points
- China Spallation Neutron Source in Dongguan opened in 2018 as nation's first pulsed spallation neutron source and fourth globally
- Phase two construction runs from January 2024 to October 2029, with 2029 as targeted completion date
- Tong Xin, head of Sample Environment Group and Polarized Neutron Group, says center aims to collaborate with Hong Kong and Macau
- Seven regional universities, including University of Hong Kong, City University of Hong Kong and University of Macau, conducted 131 projects
- Former chief executives Leung Chun-ying and Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor, plus Legislative Council delegations, have visited the facility
Why It Matters
The facility's expansion will deepen Greater Bay Area scientific integration, offering Hong Kong researchers enhanced access to advanced neutron detection capabilities that complement light source technologies for microscopic matter analysis. This collaboration strengthens the city's role in national basic research initiatives while driving industrial innovation across the region .
The facility's expansion will deepen Greater Bay Area scientific integration, offering Hong Kong researchers enhanced access to advanced neutron detection capabilities that complement light source technologies for microscopic matter analysis. This collaboration strengthens the city's role in national basic research initiatives while driving industrial innovation across the region .