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NeXT Neutron and X-ray Tomography instrument

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Nov. 12, 2025 PorTo: new high-resolution neutron tomograph for micro-imaging

The ILL new cold neutron micro-tomography instrument - PorTo - has just been commissioned, marking a significant expansion of the Institute’s neutron imaging capabilities. PorTo is designed to deliver high-resolution 3D imaging for a broad range of applications, from materials science and engineering to life sciences.

Scientific news PorTo MoTo D50-NeXT

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Oct. 21, 2025 €1.8 million invested to modernise two key instruments for European research

The ILL strengthens its research capabilities by modernising two key instruments (D11 and NeXT-MoTo) to address major challenges in health, energy transition and sustainable technologies. Supported by the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Region and the European Union, this project represents a €1.8 million investment under the CPER EPN 2030 (State-Region Plan Contract).

CPER EPN2030 D11 D50-NeXT European news France General news Press releases

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Sept. 4, 2025 How batteries breathe

Neutron imaging provides real-time insights into the next generation of battery technology

Energy Scientific news D50-NeXT Germany

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March 19, 2025 Understanding water management in CO2 recycling with neutrons

... or assessing ‘power naps’ for electrolysers | A recent study uses high resolution neutron imaging at the ILL to examine water dynamics in a carbon dioxide electrolysis cells - selected as research highlight in Nature Catalysis.

Environment Chemistry Scientific news D50-NeXT Germany

March 10, 2025 Much more than a drop in the ocean: how neutrons help optimise sustainable technology

Using ILL's neutron imaging instrument NeXT, researchers were able to visualise how different fuel cells manage their only reactant product: water. This study demonstrates the uniquely important role of neutrons in the design of tomorrow's energy conversion technologies.

Highlights 2024 Environment Energy Scientific news D50-NeXT Germany United Kingdom

Jan. 27, 2025 Advancing neutron science training at the heart of Europe

ILL is currently involved in 17 EU-funded projects, which will increase to 18 as of 1 March 2025. Among these, this article will focus on three current Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) EU-funded initiatives that demonstrate ILL's commitment to advancing neutron research and training the next generation of scientists through collaborative interdisciplinary projects.

Training & PhD European news D50-NeXT