This book offers a first-hand introduction to the Lanzhou Heavy Ion Research Facility. Taking
readers on a fascinating journey through the magical nuclear world it shapes the abstract
nucleus into an intuitive and pleasing image of a dwarf. It also presents the facility's
achievements and its impact on economic and social development especially in the context of
research on cancer treatment. Providing advanced scientific and technological insights the
book includes a large number of images and videos to help readers better understand abstract
concepts such as heavy ions and ion accelerators. The book is intended for the general readers
who are interested in the field of modern physics.
