This book takes readers on a guided tour of CERN (the European Organization for Nuclear Research), revealing the fascinating inside story of the world's largest particle physics laboratory. Along the way, readers will discover how CERN came into being, how its vast machines work, what scientists do there every day, and the groundbreaking discoveries that have transformed our understanding of the universe, as well as what lies ahead for the future.
Written by a former CERN engineer and an experienced official guide, the book makes the science behind these discoveries accessible and engaging, answering the many questions that naturally arise among scientifically curious visitors. Richly illustrated and written with clarity and enthusiasm, it is an ideal introduction for anyone taking their first step into the fascinating world of high-energy physics and CERN.
Contents:
- Foreword
- About the Author
- Acknowledgements
- Arrival at CERN
- André and the Globe of Science and Innovation
- The CERN Science Gateway
- Guided Tour of SC and ATLAS Detector
- Guided Tour of AMS and CMS Detector
- The Origins of CERN
- The Organisation of CERN
- Guided Tour of the Data Centre and Deceleration Rings
- Guided Tour of LHCb and CAST-CAPP
- Guided Tour of the CCC and ALICE
- Projection for the Future
- List of Acronyms and Glossary
- Some Quotes from Thinkers
Readership: This book is aimed at general readers with an interest in science, particularly physics.
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