Scientists detect record-breaking neutrino in Mediterranean Sea

Scientists have detected the most energetic neutrino ever in the Mediterranean Sea. This neutrino, with an energy of 220 quadrillion electron volts, was found by the Cubic Kilometre Neutrino Telescope (KM3NeT), surpassing previous records by nearly 100 times. The neutrino was identified when it interacted with sensors of KM3NeT, located 80 kilometers off Sicily, at a depth of 3.5 kilometers. The detection occurred in February 2023, using advanced technology to capture rare, high-energy neutrinos. Researchers are investigating the neutrino's origin, considering possibilities like black holes or supernovae. They plan to expand KM3NeT to enhance detection capabilities and further explore high-energy neutrinos and their sources.