High-level French delegation visits GSI/FAIR

12.02.2025 | 

Recently, a distinguished delegation from the Embassy of France in Germany visited the GSI/FAIR campus in Darmstadt to explore the latest advancements in research and strengthen bilateral scientific and technological cooperation. The French delegation included Siegfried Martin-Diaz, Counselor for Science and Technology at the French Embassy in Berlin, and Nicolas Bergeret, Consul General of France in Frankfurt am Main.

The visit began with an introduction and overview on the research activities and the progress of FAIR (Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research), presented by Prof. Thomas Nilsson, Scientific Managing Director of GSI and FAIR, Dr. Katharina Stummeyer, Administrative Managing Director of GSI and FAIR, and Jörg Blaurock, Technical Managing Director of GSI and FAIR. They discussed the ongoing developments at FAIR and the future plans for operations.

The delegation was given a tour of some of the key research areas, including the Super-FRS (Super Fragment Separator), experimental labs for NUSTAR, the experimental station of the Biophysics department, the HADES detector, Green IT Cube and the Plasma Physics laboratories. Professor Vincent Bagnoud and Dr. Haik Simon provided in-depth insights into the cutting-edge scientific work being carried out in these fields at FAIR/GSI.

The International Cooperation’s Unit also organized an engaging interaction between the delegation and French-origin scientists, as well as young students. This meaningful exchange emphasized the importance of international collaboration in advancing scientific research. The visit concluded with a tour of the ongoing construction project, where Jörg Blaurock showcased the latest infrastructure developments.

This visit of the French delegation highlights the commitment to further strengthening scientific ties between Germany and France, with a shared focus on advancing research and technological innovation.

Professor Thomas Nilsson said: “Scientific progress thrives on collaboration. The visit of the French delegation from the Embassy of France in Berlin underlines the strong ties between our research communities, reinforcing our joint ambition to push the boundaries of fundamental physics. As a hub of talent and a factory of innovation, FAIR and GSI provides unique opportunities for young scientists across Europe to participate in shaping the future of cutting-edge research.”

Counselor Siegfried Martin-Diaz stressed: “FAIR represents an extraordinary scientific endeavor, where international collaboration drives innovation at the forefront of physics. The partnership between France and Germany in such cutting-edge research is a testament to our shared commitment to advancing knowledge and technology for the benefit of all. I look forward to the next milestones of FAIR."

For more information on the international cooperation activities with France and French institutions please contact Dr. Pradeep Ghosh (International Cooperations Unit) via the e-mail international-cooperations(at)fair-center.eu.  (BP)

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