Alpha Cluster States in $^{12}$C and $^{16}$O*

The reaction $^{13}$C($\alpha$, n)$^{16}$O and the subsequent breakup of $^{16}$O was measured the University of Notre Dame Nuclear Science Laboratory in order to explore the $\alpha$-cluster states above the $4\alpha$ decay threshold in $^{16}$O. The charged particles were detected using four double-side strip detectors with 256 total channels and 12 deuterated liquid scintillators were used to detect neutrons. Locating and understanding these states is crucial in understanding the stellar evolution and the CNO cycle. Details of the experimental setup, data analysis, and preliminary results will be presented.