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Exciting insights and experiences await groups, school classes, and the whole family. Take this unique opportunity to experience cutting-edge research at PSI.

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Large-scale research facilities at the PSI West site

Experience the large-scale research facilities!

Step into the world of large-scale research facilities! These impressive, hall-sized instruments reveal what remains invisible to the human eye – the finest structures inside materials. At PSI, you will discover how such facilities enable new insights into data storage technologies, superconductors, proteins, and even archaeological objects. Experience cutting-edge research up close.

Der Wettlauf um den Quantencomputer

Quantum technology

On this tour, you will discover how trapped ions and superconducting qubits work, what makes them so powerful, and visit the laboratories where this new kind of computing is becoming reality.

Ein Strahlkanal des SwissFEL

SwissFEL

The SwissFEL is one of only five X-ray laser facilities worldwide that can generate hard X-rays in laser quality and make them available for research. During our tour, we will learn about the operation and main research objectives of the X-ray laser and then take a guided walk to view the key components of the 700-meter-long facility.

Radiopharmazie

Radiopharmacy

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of radiopharmacy at the Paul Scherrer Institute. Learn how radioactive substances are used in the diagnosis and treatment of serious illnesses such as cancer.

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PSI iLab — Das Labor für Schulklassen

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PSI iLab — Das Labor für Schulklassen

PSI Visitor Center
Paul Scherrer Institute PSI
5232 Villigen PSI

+41 56 310 21 00
visitorcenter@psi.ch

School laboratory iLab
Paul Scherrer Institute PSI
5232 Villigen PSI

+41 56 310 55 40
ilab@psi.ch