Synchrotron Radiation Initiative

When forced to change their direction, as in a ring-shaped particle accelerator (synchrotron), rapidly moving electrons emit a concentrated beam of X-rays in their forward direction. The high intensity, collimation, tunability, focusability and brilliance of the beam permit elucidation of the molecular structure of ultra-small or transient samples, which often arise in biological, geophysical and materials studies.

For further information please find the link to Israeli National Academy of Science Website.