First ever atomic movie reveals hidden driver of radiation damage

First ever atomic movie reveals hidden driver of radiation damage

• Date:
• March 24, 2026
• Source:
• Fritz Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society
• Summary:
• Researchers have visualized atoms in motion just before a radiation-driven decay process occurs, revealing a surprisingly dynamic scene. Instead of remaining fixed, the atoms roam and rearrange, directly influencing how and when the decay unfolds. This “atomic movie” shows that structure and motion play a central role in radiation...