We present a calculation of $0^{+}$ excited states in the actinides for a pairing-force theory of the type suggested by Griffin, Jackson, and Volkov. Contrary to previous results, we find that such a theory does not explain low-lying $0^{+}$ excited states in the actinides any better than does a conventional pairing-force theory.

• Received 18 February 1972

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevLett.28.1275