Clustering effects induced by light nuclei

TL;DR

This paper reviews the phenomena of clustering effects in light nuclei, exploring exotic shapes, superdeformed bands, and neutron-rich isotopes, highlighting recent advances and ongoing challenges in nuclear molecular research.

Contribution

It provides a comprehensive overview of clustering phenomena, including new insights into superdeformed structures and neutron-rich nuclei, advancing understanding of nuclear molecular configurations.

Findings

Identification of exotic shapes in light N=Z nuclei

Analysis of superdeformed and hyperdeformed bands

Discussion of clustering in neutron-rich oxygen isotopes

Abstract

Since the pioneering discovery, half a century ago, of 12C+12C molecular resonances, a great deal of research work has been undertaken in theSince the pioneering discovery, half a century ago, of 12C+12C molecular resonances, a great deal of research work has been undertaken in the alpha-clustering study. Our knowledge in the physics of nuclear molecules has increased considerably and nuclear clustering remains one of the most fruitful domains of nuclear physics, facing some of the greatest challenges and opportunities in the years ahead. In this work, the occurence of "exotic" shapes in light N=Z alpha-like nuclei is investigated. Various approaches of superdeformed and hyperdeformed bands associated with quasimolecular resonant structures are presented. Clustering aspects are also discussed for light nuclei with neutron excess through very recent results on neutron-rich Oxygen isotopes.