Researchers from the Institute of Technical Physics and Materials Science of the HUN-REN Centre for Energy Research (HUN-REN EK MFA) participated in an international collaboration in the development of Qubits, which form the basis of quantum computers. During the project, they developed a JoFET Qubit that is compatible with silicon-based Read more…
The radiation protection container and lifting equipment essential for the safe operation of the European Spallation Source (ESS) have arrived to Lund. The manufacturing of six additional containers and other supplementary structures continues. This first shipment, thanks to complex engineering work and manufacturer cooperation, marks a significant milestone for the Read more…
A new Hungarian-Slovenian bilateral research project has recently been launched to examine the health effects of ambient aerosols generated by domestic heating, particularly from wood and waste combustion. High ambient aerosol particle concentrations are known to cause different long-term health effects. One of the most significant anthropogenic sources of ambient Read more…
The HUN-REN Centre for Energy Research announces the recipients of the 2025 Young Researcher Award, recognizing their significant contributions to scientific research. The awards were presented by Dr. Ákos Horváth, Director General of HUN-REN EK, in recognition of the awardees’ outstanding achievements. Dr. Maria Gracheva, research fellow at the Nuclear Read more…
With the growing demand for hydrogen as a clean energy source, the research into efficient and sustainable production methods is becoming increasingly important. The PacemCAT consortium plays a key role in this crucial work, holding its kick-off meeting in Budapest in recent days. Within the framework of the HORIZON MSCA Read more…
A delegation from China with 12 members visited the HUN-REN Centre for Energy Research on 29 of November 2024. The purpose of the visit was to establish a cooperation agreement between the HUN-REN CER and the China Institute for Atomic Energy (CIAE). The Chinese delegation integrated the leaders and scientist Read more…
An international training course on Control of Nuclear Material in Use, Movement, and Storage was held between 4 and 8 November in Budapest, organized by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the HUN-REN Centre for Energy Research (HUN-REN EK-CER). Thirty-three participants from 23 countries attended the training. During the Read more…
A unique radiological exercise took place on October 11 at the National Athletics Centre in Budapest. The participating Hungarian authorities simulated the prevention and counter of a radiological terrorist attack with representation of international experts. At the request of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs (DG HOME), Read more…
The PIANOFORTE survey engaged a diverse range of stakeholders from Europe and beyond to gather insights on radiation protection research priorities, revealing distinct groups with varying attitudes towards the subject. The survey’s findings highlighted the importance of ongoing stakeholder engagement and effective communication, influencing research priorities for PIANOFORTE Open Calls Read more…
Researchers at the Institute of Technical Physics and Materials Science of the HUN-REN Centre for Energy Research (HUN-REN EK-CER) are developing mobile gas detectors, background radiation detectors, and sensors for monitoring vibrations in installations. These new types of low-power mobile and wearable sensors, made using micro- and nanotechnology tools, will Read more…
