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The search for magnetic monopoles has intrigued physicists for centuries. The NOvA Far Detector (FD), primarily used for studying neutrino oscillations, possesses a unique potential to search for exotic subluminal particles such as magnetic monopoles. With its extensive surface area of over 4,000 m², its location near the earth's surface, and minimal overburden, the 14 kt FD is highly sensitive to a broad range of magnetic monopole masses and velocities. We have developed a novel data-driven trigger that continuously monitors the data stream, which is predominantly composed of 150 kHz of cosmic rays, for signals resembling a magnetic monopole. This ensures that any monopole crossing the detector is recorded for further analysis. In this presentation, I will share the preliminary results of the NOvA fast magnetic monopole search, highlighting our novel approach and its effectiveness.
| Track type | Astroparticle Physics |
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