31st IPPOG meeting - Slovenia

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Jožef Stefan Institute

Jožef Stefan Institute

Jamova cesta 39, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
Anja Kranjc Horvat, Steven Goldfarb (University of Melbourne (AU))
Description

Ljubljana

31st IPPOG meeting

The 31st IPPOG Collaboration Meeting is taking place at the Jožef Stefan Institute (JSI) and Faculty of Mathematics and Physics, University of Ljubljana, in Ljubljana, Slovenia, from 1 to 3 June 2026, with an optional visit to the JSI's Research Reactor Centre on the morning of 4 June.

Rooms:

Working Groups:

  • Diversity & Inclusion WG: Monday, 1 June, 11:00-12:00 CEST

Steering Groups:

  • Global Cosmics SG: Monday, 1 June 10:00-11:00 CEST
  • International Masterclasses SG: Tuesday, 26 May, 15:30 to 17:00 CEST (via Zoom; no SG during the Spring Meeting)
  • Resources Portal SG: no SG meeting planned

Guests and Panel:

  • Panel Discussion on the outreach of future particle physics experiments
    • Time: Monday, 1 June, 16:30-18:00 CEST
    • Location: Velika predavalnica, JSI
    • Speakers: Arnaud Marsollier (CERN), Kate Shaw (DUNE), Cari Cesarotti (Muon Colliders)

Outreach events:

 

 

Suggestion for speakers: IPPOG presentation template
 
Please keep in mind that the times are adjusted to Ljubljana (Slovenia) time (CEST).

 

IPPOG Scientific Secretary
Participants
    • 09:30
      Registration F2 (FMF)

      F2

      FMF

    • Steering Groups F2 (FMF)

      F2

      FMF

      • 1
        Global Cosmics Steering group
        Speaker: Kazuo Tanaka
    • Working Groups F2 (FMF)

      F2

      FMF

      Time reserved for WG discussions

      • 2
        Diversity & Inclusion WG
        Speaker: Dr Kate Shaw (University of Sussex (GB))
    • 12:00
      Lunch
    • 13:00
      Registration A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica (JSI)

      A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

      JSI

    • Plenary Session A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica (JSI)

      A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

      JSI

    • 15:30
      Group photo
    • 15:40
      Coffee Break
    • Panel Discussion: Outreach for the Future Particle Physics A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica (JSI)

      A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

      JSI

    • Outreach Event (Optional) Center ROG

      Center ROG

      Trubarjeva cesta 72, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

      The Future of Particle Physics

      • 15
        Introduction
        Speaker: Anja Kranjc Horvat
      • 16
        What is the Future Circular Collider (FCC)?
        Speaker: Arnaud Marsollier (CERN)
      • 17
        What is a Muon Collider?
        Speaker: Cari Cesarotti
      • 18
        What is the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE)?
        Speaker: Dr Kate Shaw (University of Sussex (GB))
      • 19
        Discussion
    • Inspirational Success Stories A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica (JSI)

      A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

      JSI

      • 20
        Beamline for Schools: Where Curiosity Meets Reality A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        JSI

        Speaker: Dr Jorge Andres Villa Velez (CERN)
      • 21
        Particle Physics Outreach Pilot in Surat A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        JSI

        Speaker: Vivek Kiritbhai Patel
      • 22
        Gravitational Days: Towards an International School Initiative for Gravitational Wave Outreach A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        JSI

        Speaker: Luca Papapietro
      • 23
        From Research to Impact: Outreach and Knowledge Transfer at the LHC Germany Office A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        JSI

        Speaker: Dr Daniel Heuchel
      • 24
        Not Just Outreach: How Public Engagement Builds Better Scientists A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        JSI

        Outreach programs are typically designed to benefit public audiences, but they can also be powerful training grounds for researchers themselves. At the ARC Centre of Excellence for Dark Matter Particle Physics and OzGrav in Australia, we intentionally use outreach and education programs as opportunities for early career researchers to develop the “soft skills” that are critical for modern scientific careers.
        This talk will share how we integrate communication, mentoring, leadership, and collaboration training into programs including the OzGrav Outreach Ambassadors initiative, the Regional Partner Schools program, HERA student balloon research projects, and dedicated professional development sessions at collaboration meetings. These experiences allow researchers to practice communicating complex ideas to diverse audiences, lead hands-on activities, mentor students, and explore career pathways in science communication and outreach.
        By embedding researcher development within authentic outreach experiences, we have found that these programs strengthen both the quality of public engagement and the confidence and capability of the researchers involved. This presentation will highlight practical approaches, successes, challenges, and lessons learned that may be transferable to outreach programs across the international particle physics community.

        Speaker: Jackie Bondell
      • 25
        Physics Behind Bars A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        JSI

        Speaker: Gediminas Sarpis (CERN)
      • 11:00
        Coffee Break
      • 26
        The Planetarium at the West University of Timisoara, a good vector for outreach A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        JSI

        Speaker: Florin Secosan
      • 27
        Boosting Education through Immersive and hands-on Experience A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        JSI

        Speaker: Prof. Farid Ould-Saada
      • 28
        Oriel Science: Showcasing Research in the Community A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        JSI

        Speaker: Chris Alton
      • 29
        Success Stories of IPPOG Masterclasses in Georgia A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        JSI

        Speaker: Tamar Lominadze
      • 30
        Particle Dobble A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        JSI

        Speaker: Lukas Mientus
      • 31
        Cosmic Rays Module for the Czech Particle Physics Project A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        JSI

        Speaker: Jerzy Pryga
    • 13:15
      Lunch
    • Plenary Session A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica (JSI)

      A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

      JSI

    • 15:00
      Coffee Break
    • Brainstorming Session JSI & FMF

      JSI & FMF

      • 34
        Future Particle Physics F6 (FMF)

        F6

        FMF

        This brainstorming session build on Monday's roundtable discussions.
        - Which new content and activities do we need to develop to engage the
        public about new future particle physics experiments?
        - What common messages do we share with existing communication channels?
        - What type of activities should we develop? (e.g., games, masterclasses ...)

        Speaker: Dr Kate Shaw (University of Sussex (GB))
      • 35
        IPPOG Resources F5 (FMF)

        F5

        FMF

        • How to consolidate our existing resource web sites into one effective site that can best serve the community?
        • What do we keep & What do we throw out?
        • What technology do we adapt for this?
        Speaker: Steven Goldfarb (University of Melbourne (AU))
      • 36
        Simplified Masterclasses F8 (FMF)

        F8

        FMF

        How do we simplify Masterclasses for audiences with little scientific background:
        - for public events
        - for stakeholders
        - for students with minimal background
        - for younger audiences

        Speakers: Kenneth William Cecire (University of Notre Dame (US)), Uta Bilow (Technische Universitaet Dresden (DE))
      • 37
        Support for Events & Festivals Zoom (Online only)

        Zoom

        Online only

        • What support do existing efforts need?
        • How can we use the IPPOG network to help out?
        • How can we be effectively involved?
        Speaker: Connie Potter (CERN)
      • 38
        Brainstorming Reports A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica (JSI)

        A/2-A214 - Velika predavalnica

        JSI

    • Collaboration Dinner Restaurant Šestica

      Restaurant Šestica

      Slovenska cesta 40, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

      Gostilna Šestica is in the Ljubljana city centre (https://maps.app.goo.gl/tuZBHRHKxCrvrHp47).

    • (Optional) Visit to the JSI Research Reactor Centre

      Bus departure: 8:15 sharp in front of the JSI


      You will visit our institute's research nuclear reactor Triga and the only accelerator in Slovenia Tandetron. They are situated at the outskirts of Ljubljana at the JSI reactor center. The full trip will take about 3 hours. After about 30 min bus ride we will reach the JSI reactor center where you will split in multiple groups. The visit will take take about 2 hours. Then you will return by bus to the institute or city center by 12:30. Note that you will visit supervised radiation areas.