Accelerator research and development for particle physics and applied sciences

The main activities are:

• Superconducting cavity characterization
• Superconducting magnet development and testing
• Improved research methodology with strong link to industry
• Sustainability research by improved operation and powering schemes
• Research into phenomena limiting the accelerating gradient in cryogenic normal-conducting and superconducting accelerating cavities
  • tests with different superconducting materials
  • surface characterization test-stand with RF instrumentation.