Tag: Announcement
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Reinforcing our Safety culture with the new Safety at CERN e-learning course
At CERN, Safety is not simply a set of rules and procedures. It is a shared responsibility and a core part of our culture. Every member of the CERN community contributes to creating and maintaining a safe working environment, whether in workshops, offices, technical areas or underground facilities. To support this commitment, the HSE Department’s
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Safety begins with staying informed
As we mark the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction on 13 October, this year’s theme, “Resilience Starts at Home”, reminds us that preparedness begins with simple actions taken before an emergency occurs. One of the easiest ways to strengthen our resilience is to ensure we can receive timely and reliable information when it matters
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“La nuit est belle!” 2026
Starting on the evening of Friday, 9 October, CERN will participate in the sixth edition of “La nuit est belle !”. Thanks to this initiative, turning off or dimming street lighting in the middle of the night has become common practice across the Geneva canton. For this edition, “La nuit est belle !” invites the public
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2 – 12 October | CERN will be at the “Fête de la science” 2026
From 2 to 12 October, explore the theme “saveurs, savantes” at the Fête de la Science across France, including in the Pays de Gex. To mark the occasion, CERN is taking part in the collaborative science trail coordinated and led by Addictlab, offering a range of events and activities. This collaborative science trail spans the
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Photo exhibition|The impact of CERN technologies: from fundamental research to our everyday lives
An exhibition on the Esplanade des Particules showcases in images some of the practical applications of CERN technologies and the expertise of CERN scientists and engineers
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Cancer awareness at CERN: Pink October and Blue November campaigns
Breast cancer and prostate cancer are among the most common cancers worldwide, but early detection saves lives. Regular screening, awareness of risk factors and healthy lifestyle choices are key to prevention and to better outcomes in the event of illness. This autumn, the CERN Medical Service is joining the Pink October and Blue November campaigns
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The September/October 2026 issue of the CERN Courier is out
In his landmark 1945 report Science, the Endless Frontier, Vannevar Bush argued that basic research is the fund from which applications, and with them prosperity, are drawn. Eight decades on, the High-Luminosity LHC is expected to return to society nearly twice its cost, before a single discovery is counted. The largest share comes from the skills
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A healthy mind for a calmer future: lunch & learn conference on burnout, 6 October 2026
Join us on 6 October for a new lunch & learn conference in the series “A healthy mind for a calmer future”. In this session, entitled “Burnout: aware today, sustainable tomorrow”, we will dive into the theme of burnout, a state of emotional, mental and often physical exhaustion brought on by prolonged or repeated stress.
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16 – 22 September: Traffic restrictions on Geneva’s left bank due to the Rolex Switzerland Sail Grand Prix de Genève
Traffic disruption is expected on the left bank of Geneva from Wednesday 16 September 2026 to Tuesday 22 September 2026. This is due to the Rolex Switzerland Sail Grand Prix de Genève and the setting up and dismantling of its infrastructure. For further information, please visit the City of Geneva’s website: https://www.ge.ch/actualite/perturbations-circulation-du-mercredi-16-au-mardi-22-septembre-15-09-2026
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Roll-out of SMART locks in technical areas: request your new SMART key
The SCE-SSC Service, in collaboration with the EN-AA Service, is gradually rolling out a new electronic access system in several of CERN’s technical areas. Using iLoq technology, this system is designed to increase the security of infrequently accessed technical areas while ensuring improved access traceability. It is based on a SMART key and self-charging SMART