One Pennsylvania Town's Quest to Find a Loving Home for Its Atom Smasher
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A Pennsylvania town is seeking a new home for a decommissioned Westinghouse atom smasher, highlighting the challenges of repurposing scientific equipment and preserving scientific heritage. The story sparks interest in the potential reuse of the equipment.
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