Unraveling the Mysteries of Cosmic Particles at the South Pole — IceCube Experiment Upgrade Construction Completed, Chiba University–Developed Optical Detectors Introduced as Key Components -
2026.02.13
Research
In the upgrade project of the international collaborative “IceCube Experiment” conducted at the South Pole, Professor Aya Ishihara of Chiba University participated in the construction work at the South Pole, and the construction of a new neutrino detection system—featuring the “D-Egg” optical detectors designed and manufactured by Chiba University as key components—has been completed.
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The drill camp at the South Pole, with steam billowing up as the hot-water drill melts the ice: the camp consists of generator units and many container-sized machines used to produce hot water for drilling. (photo: Aya Ishihara / IceHap)