On Track – Past issues

All News

Shaping detector technologies for tomorrow’s experiments

Shaping detector technologies for tomorrow’s experiments Originally published by the European Commission’s CORDIS platform, this article highlights recent advances in detector technologies developed through EU-funded research projects. It explores how innovative detector designs and materials are shaping the future of experimental physics, enabling more precise measurements, improved data collection, and enhanced performance in large-scale experiments.…
Ultra-thin cold plates: How 3D printing is driving innovation in detector technologies

Ultra-thin cold plates: How 3D printing is driving innovation in detector technologies Cold plate prototypes manufactured by CSEM during a previous project in collaboration with JJ Cooling Additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, is playing an increasingly important role in manufacturing, including for scientific instruments. That is why the AIDAInnova project is looking into…
How EU projects help industry and science come together

How EU projects help industry and science come together A panel discussion at the recent AIDAInnova annual meeting in Prague focused on the the mutual benefits of companies collaborating with researchers within the framework of large projects. From left to right: Thomas Brent, Ferdinando Giordano, Jaroslav Moravec, Ingrid Jonak-Auer, Paolo Petagna. Large European projects are…
Future detector technologies and industry links on show at AIDAInnova final annual meeting

Future detector technologies and industry links on show at AIDAInnova final annual meeting A wide array of developments aimed at advancing detector technologies for particle accelerators were showcased at the final annual meeting of the AIDAInnova project this month. The meeting, held in Prague at the Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences…
AIDAinnova course for early-career researchers bridges quantum tech and particle detection

AIDAinnova course for early-career researchers bridges quantum tech and particle detection The two fields of particle detectors and quantum technologies are intrinsically linked in a variety of ways, and yet there are few occasions for those working in these areas, especially early-career researchers, to come together to share knowledge and learn. That was the purpose…
PhD student ‘delighted’ at winning AIDAInnova-funded trip to renowned detector school

PhD student ‘delighted’ at winning AIDAInnova-funded trip to renowned detector school Stefania-Alexandra Juks’ poster on eco-friendly gas alternatives for particle detectors won her a place at a one-week detector school in Italy A PhD student working on eco-friendly gas alternatives for particle detectors has spoken of her surprise and delight at winning an AIDAInnova-supported poster…
AIDAInnova training course on quantum applications

AIDAInnova training course on quantum applications Quantum applications are advancing the capabilities of particle detectors, unlocking new levels of precision and opening doors to transformative innovations in science and industry. That is why the EU-funded AIDAinnova project is hosting a two-day training course for detector scientists, applied physicists and engineers to learn about some of…
AIDAInnova connects with industry at the Big Science Business Forum

AIDAInnova connects with industry at the Big Science Business Forum AidaInnova’s attendance at this year’s Big Science Business Forum (BSBF) provided an invaluable opportunity to connect with new companies and entrepreneurs interested in detector technologies. BSBF is one of Europe’s most important events for bringing together science and business, and took place this year in…
Register for the 11th International Workshop on Semiconductor Pixel Detectors for Particles and Imaging

Register for the 11th International Workshop on Semiconductor Pixel Detectors for Particles and Imaging The Eleventh International Workshop on Semiconductor Pixel Detectors for Particles and Imaging (Pixel2024) will take place 18-22 November 2024 at the Collège Doctoral Européen, University of Strasbourg, France. The workshop will cover various topics related to pixel detector technology. Development and…
Job opportunity at Fondazione Bruno Kessler

Job opportunity at Fondazione Bruno Kessler FBK-SD is looking for a dynamic, highly motivated, independent researcher in the field of silicon and silicon-carbide radiation sensors, for the development of cutting edge photo-detector and radiation detector technologies and devices that will be used to build next-generation systems in large scientific experiments and industrial applications, such as…