Update on the European Spallation Source

by Dr Giovanna Fragneto (European Spallation Source ERIC)

Monday 17 Feb 2025, 14:30 → 15:30 Europe/Berlin

PH HS 3 (Physics Department)

The European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund is preparing for the delivery and use of its first neutrons. This year will mark important milestones in the project including the start of commissioning of the accelerator with beam on dump foreseen in March and the final delivery on site of some of the very first instruments.

In steady state operation the spallation source will provide the highest neutron brilliance, allowing for faster experiments on more and more complex systems. The unique long-pulse neutron source, will enable also better resolution and flexibility in experiments.

An update will be given on recent progress in the construction and preparation of future scientific activities. The process for organising the transition to an international user facility will be outlined as well as the challenges ahead.

An update on the recent initiatives towards the definition of future neutron instruments will be provided.