SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 8hSeptember 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. It is a day to honour Survivors and recognize the ongoing impacts of residential schools in Canada. Today we listen, learn, and commit to meaningful actions towards reconciliation. 🔗 nctr.ca/about/truth-... 011
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 19hIt was wonderful to meet and chat with so many people interested in SETT careers tonight! We had a great time at our booth for WISE Sudbury’s Career Café event. It was so inspiring to hear from the event speakers, including our very own Project Management Office Manager, Mehwish Obaid. 011
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 24/09/2026This past weekend, SNOLAB took part in the annual Anderson Farm Fall Fair. We shared our science with hundreds of members of the community who were curious about the science happening under their feet! Thank you to the Anderson Farm Museum Heritage Society for organizing and hosting this event. 010
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 17/09/2026#DYK: To get to the underground laboratory, we must walk through about 1.5 kilometers in Vale's Creighton Mine. This horizontal tunnel in the mine is called the drift! 📸 Photo by Roam & Ramble Photography 021
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 15/09/2026www.thesudburystar.com/news/mission...thesudburystar.comMission Unstoppable shines light on SNOLAB’s groundbreaking scienceDeep beneath the surface of the Earth in Sudbury, SNOLAB scientist Erica Caden explains why solar neutrinos are playing hard to get. 011
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 14/09/2026SNOLAB was honoured to welcome vice presidents of research from several Ontario universities, as well as the representatives from the Council of Ontario Universities and the Ontario Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence, and Security. #AcademicExcellence #MadeInOntario 021
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Mission Unstoppable with Miranda Cosgrove spent a day SNOLAB senior research scientist Dr. Erica Caden underground to learn more about the lab and the elusive subatomic particles she has dedicated her professional life studying. #ParticlePhysics #STEM #GirlsInSTEM www.snolab.ca/news/mission...snolab.caMission Unstoppable Shines a Light on Groundbreaking Science of SNOLAB | SNOLAB(SUDBURY) — One of North America’s most popular television and YouTube educational series paid a visit to SNOLAB recently to learn about solar neutrinos, and the people who research them. 046
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 01/09/2026Exciting news from SURF! A rare particle interaction that could be interpreted as a signal from a potential dark matter candidate in the LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) experiment. This is a very tantalizing result that helps lead the way for future xenon experiments. newscenter.lbl.gov/2026/09/01/l...newscenter.lbl.govLZ Sees Surprising Result in Search for Dark MatterFor the better part of a century, people have been trying to understand dark matter. This invisible substance makes up roughly 85% of the mass in the universe but has never been directly detected. Determining exactly what it is remains one of the biggest questions about our world. 012
Reposted by SNOLABDEAP-3600 @deap3600.bsky.social · 31/08/2026Congratulations to DEAP-3600 Collaboration member Akhil Maru on successfully defending his PhD at Carleton University! 🎓 His thesis explores the muon flux at SNOLAB using the DEAP-3600 detector. Well done, Akhil! 👏 #DEAP3600 #ParticlePhysics @carleton.ca @snolabscience.bsky.social 062
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 26/08/2026Meet Ahmed! This summer, he worked in our IT department on the modernization of the auditorium control system and collaboration infrastructure at SNOLAB. Ahmed is returning to @laurentianu.bsky.social this fall for his Bachelor of Computer Science degree. #StudentsAtSNOLAB #WorkWithMeWednesday 000
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 24/08/2026SNOLAB recently wrapped up the pilot program for Wonderground, a new education program for students in grades 4-8! The program has been generously supported by NSERC PromoScience. Read more about the program and what’s next for it here: www.snolab.ca/news/wonderg...snolab.caWonderground: Bringing curiosity to Canadian classrooms | SNOLABThanks to NSERC PromoScience funding, SNOLAB was able to pilot a new program this year in classrooms across Canada! The program, formerly called SEEDLING, was offered for students in Grades 4 – 8 and… 011
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 18/08/2026The 6th annual Canadian Astroparticle Summer Student Talk Competition (CASST), hosted by SNOLAB last week, attracted a record 54 undergraduate and two high school students from across Canada. #CASST #StudentsRock #ParticlePhysics www.snolab.ca/news/snolab-...snolab.caSNOLAB hosts record Canadian Astroparticle Summer Student Talk Competition | SNOLABThe 6th annual Canadian Astroparticle Summer Student Talk Competition (CASST), hosted by SNOLAB last week, attracted a record 54 undergraduate and two high school students from across Canada. 013
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 17/08/2026Did you know the largest neutrino telescope in Canada is taking shape in the Pacific Ocean? The Pacific Ocean Neutrino Experiment (P-ONE) is a large international collaboration that will build on Canada's neutrino research capacity. #PONE #AstroPhysics #Neutrinos www.sfu.ca/sfunews/stor...sfu.caQ&A explainer: What is a neutrino telescope and why was one tested in a Vancouver harbour?Scientists have tested a unique telescope in Vancouver’s waters as they bid to open a new window on to the universe. But this is no ordinary telescope: it is the first piece of a next-generation neutrino telescope that will be plunged thousands of metres into the Pacific Ocean. 084
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 12/08/2026How do neutrinos from deep within the Earth make an impact on the science that we are doing at SNOLAB? Science journalist James Dinneen journeys underground where he learns about how SNO+ searches for geoneutrinos. Read the full story from @quantamagazine.org: www.quantamagazine.org/neutrinos-fr...quantamagazine.orgNeutrinos From Deep Inside Earth Provide a New Picture of the Mantle | Quanta MagazineA global constellation of neutrino detectors is creating a never-before-seen view of the radioactive elements that power Earth’s tectonic heat engine. 000
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 07/08/2026#DYK: SNOLAB has a class-2000 clean lab in our surface facility. This surface lab helps to support our underground science from chemical testing to assembling items to go underground, and more! 📸 Photo by Roam & Ramble Photography 001
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 06/08/2026Science journalist Dan Falk takes listeners on a journey deep underground and hears from Director of Research, Dr. Ray Bunker, and other members of the SNOLAB community. Find the two-part ABC series here. Part 1: www.abc.net.au/listen/progr... Part 2: www.abc.net.au/listen/progr... 020
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 31/07/2026📣 Attention teachers! We know school is out, but it’s never too early to start planning for the fall. Did you know SNOLAB has an inquiry-based program for students in Grades 4-8? Want to explore underground science in your class? Learn more about Wonderground here: www.snolab.ca/outreach/won...snolab.caWonderground | SNOLABThe SNOLAB education team is excited to be bringing the questions of Canadian students in grades 4-8 into our deep underground lab space! Wonderground, formerly called SEEDLING… 011
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Join the Doran Planetarium on August 4th at 7PM for a public event titled “Dark Matter and the Magic Numbers of the Universe”. This event is presented by Dr. Jason Holt from TRIUMF and will include and 30-minute showing of the night sky with Dr. Hoi Cheu. 021
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 28/07/2026It was a pleasure to attend the EarlyON Family Festival at Victory Park this past Saturday! We were able to share SNOLAB science with the broader community in Sudbury, so that everyone can learn about what we are doing right beneath their feet. 020
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 23/07/2026How do physicists track the elusive neutrino? The answer isn’t found easily and understanding this particle is one of the biggest questions in modern physics. Learn more about this global effort here: www.quantamagazine.org/how-physicis...quantamagazine.orgHow Physicists Track and Trap the Elusive Neutrino | Quanta MagazineThe hunt for these ghostly particles has required some of the most audacious experimental setups ever built. 032
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 22/07/2026The Canadian Astroparticle Physics Summer Student Talk Symposium is approaching! This 2-day hybrid event promotes networking and enhance public speaking skills amongst students in Canada within the field of physics. Registration closes July 24 and can be found here: indico.snolab.ca/event/68/ove... 010
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 21/07/2026The final Beneath/Beyond public talk is happening July 27 at 7PM at the Refettorio! Join SNOLAB Director of Operations, Dr. Richard Ford, and Dr. Alex Wright from Queen’s U to learn what it takes to keep an ultra-clean lab operating inside an active mine. Register here: indico.snolab.ca/event/67/ 112
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 20/07/2026Moving the Pride Block Party indoors on the weekend did not dampen enthusiasm. Thanks to everyone who came out to support Fierté Sudbury Pride, and check out the many vendors, games, and workshops. #SNOLABscience was proud to be there with swag, activities, and – of course – science. 000
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 17/07/2026The SNOLAB episode of #MissionUnstoppable featuring #EricaCaden airs this weekend! Watch this space to learn more about SNOLAB science, about the global search for neutrinos, and about Erica's exciting work in #STEM. #WatchMeSTEM 022
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 15/07/2026What was the photo yesterday on #TriviaTuesday? That would be the achino sensor for the NEWS-G dark matter experiment. Did you know that achino means “sea urchin” in Greek? We see the resemblance! 📸 Photo #1 by Slow Ride Photography 📸 Photo #2 by Roam & Ramble Photography 000
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 14/07/2026#TriviaTuesday: What are we looking at? Hint: it has to do with an underground dark matter experiment. Comment your answers below or send us a DM if you think you have it! The answer will be revealed tomorrow. 📸 Photo by Roam and Ramble Photography 020
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 13/07/2026This week is the start of Fierte Sudbury Pride week! To celebrate this, SNOLAB is flying our Pride Progress flag, by Daniel Quasar, outside of our surface facility. Check out the SNOLAB booth at the Saturday Block Party and other great events throughout the week: www.sudburypride.com/prideweek202 011
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 13/07/2026📣 Last reminder for our public talk, happing tonight at 7PM at the Refettorio! This free, public talk will engage the audience in why and how scientists are building some of the coldest and most sensitive machines on Earth! Registration is encouraged and can be found here: indico.snolab.ca/event/66/ 120
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 10/07/2026Doing astroparticle physics research deep underground isn't always black and white. Our science facility is pushing the boundaries of technology currently available to us, leading us to be creative in ways that we do ultra-sensitive science. 📸 Photo by David Gagnon 010
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 09/07/2026The next Beneath/Beyond public talk is happening Monday, July 13 at 7PM! Join SNOLAB Research Scientist, Dr. Vijay Iyer, and Dr. Ziqing Hong from @utoronto.ca as they explore how scientists are engineering the coldest and quietest environments on Earth. Register here: indico.snolab.ca/event/66/ 021
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 06/07/2026Did you hear the news? The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN powered down last week after nearly 2 decades of advancing our fundamental understanding of the universe. 010
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 03/07/2026The Canadian Astroparticle Physics Student Summer Talk Symposium (CASST) is happening August 12-13! This hybrid event allows undergraduate students from across Canada to network and practice their presentation and science communication skills. Learn more here: indico.snolab.ca/event/68/. 010
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 02/07/2026Our team had a great day sharing SNOLAB science with the community on Canada Day at Science North! Find us next at the Pride Block Party on July 18th in Downtown Sudbury! 000
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 29/06/2026SNOLAB science on display! Last week at the annual @canadianphysicists.bsky.social Congress, hosted by @uottawa.ca and @carleton.ca, SNOLAB staff, students, and facility users were sharing about the work underway at our laboratory. Check out some photos of SNOLAB science on display from the week! 045
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 29/06/2026Reminder about our free public talk happening tonight at 7:00pm at the Refettorio in Downtown Sudbury! Are you curious about the impact of being underground on health and biology? Come find out why we go deep underground to do our science. Learn more here: indico.snolab.ca/event/65/ 000
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 25/06/2026Did you know that experiments at SNOLAB are advancing health and life science research? Attend our next free, public talk to find out how! Date: Monday, June 29, 2026 Time: 7:00- 8:00 PM Location: The Refettorio, 131 Durham St, Greater Sudbury, ON Register here: indico.snolab.ca/event/65/ 021
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 23/06/2026On International Women in Engineering Day, we recognize and celebrate the contributions of women across engineering professions who make the science underway at SNOLAB possible. #INWED26 📸 by Antonia Botas 010
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 22/06/2026Members of the SNOLAB community will be at the @uottawa.ca and @carleton.ca for the @canadianphysicists.bsky.social annual congress this week. Our scientists, students, and facility users will be providing updates on the research and programs underway at our facility. 000
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 21/06/2026Today, June 21st, marks National Indigenous Peoples Day in Canada. On this day, we celebrate and learn from the culture, contributions, and ingenuity of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples. It is also a day to reflect on and consider our actions toward reconciliation. 000
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 19/06/2026A new collaboration is taking shape at @mcdonaldinstitute.bsky.social. The Beading Astroparticle Physics project is an initiative that brings Indigenous Knowledges and Perspectives and astroparticle physics into conversation with each other. Learn more here: mcdonaldinstitute.ca/beading-astr... 011
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 17/06/2026At SNOLAB, our expertise goes deeper than science. We require knowledge in the trades to help support the laboratory, from building sensitive physics experiments to keeping the lights on, literally. Check out our underground machine shop that makes what we do SNOLAB possible. 📸 Photo by Sarah Reese 020
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 16/06/2026Last night, SNOLAB hosted its first public talk in our summer series! This talk, delivered by Dr. Stephen Sekula and Dr. Christine Kraus, gave the audience an opportunity to be curious about why scientists go deep underground to do some of the most sensitive research both on and in the Earth. 🧵[1/2] 121
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 09/06/2026📢 Public talk alert! Join us on Monday, June 15th at 7:00pm for free, public talk at the Refettorio in Downtown Sudbury. Meet members of the SNOLAB team find out why we go deep underground to explore the universe. Details and registration here: indico.snolab.ca/event/64/ 011
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 09/06/2026Thank you to WISE Sudbury for the opportunity to be part of the 2026 Science Olympics! SNOLAB Senior Research Scientist, Dr. Erica Caden, gave a talk about her path into science. Members of SNOLAB had roles at the event as organizers, activity leaders, and registration to support this event. 021
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 04/06/2026The HALO experiment at SNOLAB has reached a big milestone as the run “odometer” rolls over to 10,000. Want to learn more about this milestone? Visit our website here: www.snolab.ca/news/halo-od...snolab.caHALO odometer rolls over to run 10,000 | SNOLABOn May 15, 2026, HALO's run number “odometer” rolled over from 9,999 to 10,000! HALO (Helium And Lead Observatory) is looking for neutrinos from supernovae within close enough proximity… 001
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 03/06/2026Last week SNOLAB held its biennial User Meeting that shares about the status of current projects, plans and ideas for future projects, and an opportunity to connect with each other. This two-day event featured talks, posters, and panel discussions about topics ranging from research to EDI. 010
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 01/06/2026Do you have strong leadership skills and want to help oversee projects that push forward some of the most sensitive science in the world? SNOLAB is hiring for a Project Manager! Find details and apply here: www.snolab.ca/wp-content/u... 011
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 26/05/2026The registration deadline for the WISE SETT Olympics is fast approaching! This is an exciting day for girls and non-binary youth in Grades 4 –7 to introduce them to science, engineering, technology, and trades. Know someone who might be interested? Learn more here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/sett-olymp...eventbrite.caSETT Olympics 2026 - WISE Sudbury ChapterJoin us if you identify as a girl or non-binary student & are in Grades 4-7 with budding love for Science, Engineering, Trades & Technology! 000
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 26/05/2026At SNOLAB, we rely on large teams with technical expertise to make our experiments a reality. It was a pleasure to host Deputy Minister, David Wai from MCURES at our facility to learn about the big questions we are working to answer and to meet some of the people driving innovation in Ontario. 052
SNOLAB @snolabscience.bsky.social · 25/05/2026Calling all undergraduate students! Applications are open for the 2026 Fall co-op positions - check out our postings for science and IT student positions here: www.snolab.ca/employment/s... 0108