IUPAP WG14 promotes knowledge exchange in Particle Accelerators for Science and Society, engaging both the scientific community and the public.

Mandate/Scope

Mandate: IUPAP WG14 promotes knowledge exchange in Particle Accelerators for Science and Society, engaging both the scientific community and the public. This mandate emphasizes promoting applications of particle accelerators across a range of scientific fields and societal needs, including:

  • Industrial, medical, energy, and environmental applications of accelerator technologies
  • Scientific advancements enabled by accelerators (e.g. light sources, neutron sources, and high-energy physics (HEP), heavy ion)
  • Development of future facilities (e.g. laser, plasma, compact accelerator neutron source) for research and societal benefits
  • Research on accelerator principles, innovations, and sustainable operations
  • Supporting global knowledge-sharing and professional engagement through developing teaching materials, educational platforms, workshops, and conferences

Scope: The working group consists of international experts committed to promoting these objectives on a global scale, utilizing local expertise and networks. The group’s activities include:

  • Developing resources and communication channels for sharing accelerator science and applications
  • Creating engaging content to inform and inspire both scientific and public audiences
  • Mapping and reviewing accelerator applications and requirements in addressing the SDG, such as life science & healthcare, scientific research & technology
  • Enabling and promoting sustainable accelerator facility over its full life cycle
  • Supporting workshops, conferences, and professional gatherings on accelerator technologies and applications