4 REASONS TO JOIN ECNS2027
- The perfect place to celebrate neutrons in Europe
- The perfect time to celebrate neutrons in Europe
- A program connecting science and society
- Excellent conditions and top-level support
1. THE PERFECT PLACE TO CELEBRATE NEUTRONS IN EUROPE
GRENOBLE – AN INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH AND INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM
From the 19th century to the present day, Grenoble’s long-standing tradition of partnerships between research, higher education, and industry has helped shape the emergence of hydroelectricity, industry-transforming developments in mechanical engineering, and advances in nanotechnologies.
At the heart of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (France’s 2nd-largest economic region and the 8th largest in Europe) and 5 leading centers of excellence (pole de compétivité) Minalogic, Lyonbiopôle, Tenerrdis, Axelera, and CIMES, the Grenoble metropolitan area is today one of the most innovative regions in Europe.
GRENOBLE – WORLD-CLASS SCIENTIFIC ENVIRONMENT AND RESEARCH INFRASTRUCTURES
2. THE PERFECT TIME TO CELEBRATE NEUTRONS IN EUROPE
70 YEARS OF NEUTRONS IN GRENOBLE
« Here I open a parenthesis on the early history of CEN-G (Centre d’Etudes Nucléaires de Grenoble), directed by Louis Néel since 1956, and our relations with USA scientists. My first contact with neutrons was in 1957 when, visiting the BNL […]. Wally Koehler, from Oak Ridge, spent some months in Grenoble during 1956 and 1957 to learn about domain effects in magnetic alloys. […] The Grenoble reactor, called Melusine, diverged in June 1958 and Lester Corliss came over to spend his sabbatical leave in Grenoble. »
E.F. Bertaut
60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ILL
- The ILL is today a cornerstone of the European neutron ecosystem in a period of transition.
- Having completed its extensive Endurance upgrade programme (2016-2024), the ILL is a state-of-the-art, unique facility in all respects: source,
instruments, support facilities, know-how, which is promising many
scientific discoveries in the years to come. - Bringing the European Neutron Community to Grenoble is the right way to celebrate 60 years of excellent neutron science and technology!
3. A PROGRAM CONNECTING SCIENCE AND SOCIETY
DAYS
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
MORNING
CULTURAL VISIT
WELCOME / PLENARY
PLENARY
PLENARY
PLENARY
AFTERNOON
CULTURAL VISIT
PARALELL SESSIONS
PARALELL SESSIONS
PARALELL SESSIONS
PARALELL SESSIONS
AFTERNOON
CULTURAL VISIT
PUBLIC SESSIONS & PUBLIC TALKS
POTER SESSIONS & EXHIBITION
POTER SESSIONS & EXHIBITION
VISIT & CELEBRATIONS
EVENING
WELCOME
PUBLIC SESSIONS & PUBLIC TALKS
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GALA DINER
A THRILLING PROGRAM
The program will reflect both recent developments in neutron scattering techniques and the wide range of scientific topics where neutron scattering in an essential tool.
Taking as a reference previous ICNS and ECNS conferences, we suggest to assist ENSA in building the program around the following scientific areas:
- Electronic phenomena and quantum materials
- Soft matter, life sciences and health
- Materials engineering and chemistry
- Universe essentials and Society
- Neutron methods and tools
As part of the plenary sessions, the present and future neutron ecosystem will be discussed and time will be provided for the ENSA prize lectures.
The (5-tier) parallel session will include 2-3 invited speakers and up to 4 presentations selected from the abstracts, aiming to provide optimal diversity.
Abstracts and other conference materials will be made available on the conference website and in a conference app accessible to all participants attending the conference.
ANCHORING ECNS 2027 INTO THE LOCAL DYNAMICS
Grenoble is known as Capital of the Alps and awarded Green capital 2022 by the EU, recognising a coherent and ambitious ecological
transition policy.
- Carbon-free energy production (‘Houille Blanche’) is part of Grenoble’s DNA.
- Early awareness of climatic challenges (‘Berceau de la paleoglaciologie’).
- The importance on energy research (e.g. via CEA Grenoble).
Neutron scattering is essential to explore, energy materials, hydrogen storage and fuel cells, catalysts, more sustainable materials and processes, and more…
We thus propose a conference combining scientific excellence with societal impact awareness, around the themes of climate change and the energy transition
- Immersing of the conference participants in the local dynamics, with a pool of optional activities bringing lasting and inspiring impressions
- Sharing our positive impact on scientific and societal challenges with the general public
A THRILLING PROGRAM
Social events – lasting and inspiring impressions
- Glacier tour
- Climate observation station
- Hydroelectric power production
- Neutrons@Grenoble celebrations
Visits of local research infrastructure
Several laboratories and research infrastructures will be accessible at both the Grenoble Alpes University campus as well as the ‘polygone scientifique’ including the European
Photon and Neutron (EPN) campus.
A THRILLING PROGRAM… WITH PUBLIC SCIENCE
We intend to share the impact of research using neutrons with the general public through high-profile public lectures and an open day at the conference venue addressing the most important societal challenges of our times.
Open day
An open day providing access to the exhibition area including industrial exhibitors, representatives of neutron facilities and scientific highlights, selected by an advisory board.
Evening session with public talks
Public talks with leading experts in the field(s) to build a bridge between a general audience, international scientists and neutron research:
- Paleo-glaciology and climate change research talk
- Neutron science talk
4. EXCELLENT CONDITIONS AND TOP LEVEL SUPPORT
GRENOBLE ALPES WELCOMES YOU: A TAILOR-MADE WELCOME FOR YOUR DELEGATES AND PARTICIPANTS
Welcoming your participants at the train station or airport
Make a great first impression on your delegates and participants: We can offer them a friendly welcome and help them find their way as soon as they arrive at Grenoble train station, Grenoble Alpes Isère airport, or Lyon Saint-Exupéry airport, with signs, hosts and hostesses on the ground, and information points branded in your event colors.
A Grenoble Alpes nformation stand at your event
Our Grenoble Alpes Tourist Information stand will be set up at the heart of your event, giving your participants access to all the practical and tourist information they need for a smooth and enjoyable stay: accommodation, tours and excursions, shopping tips, transport…
Welcome pack
The Grenoble Alpes Convention Bureau can provide you with welcome packs for all your participants. This pack contains all the useful documents they will need for their stay (city map, tourist leaflets…), the event program, etc.
Gifts for participants
The Grenoble Alpes Agency’s boutique offers a wide range of typical local Grenoble Alpes souvenirs for your corporate gifts, conference delegates, and VIPs. These professional gifts are also available in customizable packs and boxes.
For events of 400 people or more, a corner store can also be set up at your venue, making it easier for your participants to purchase souvenirs.
THE CONVENTION BUREAU BY YOUR SIDE
An information and advisory service, the Grenoble Alpes Convention Bureau facilitates the organization of professional events in Grenoble Alpes and the wider region. As a one-stop shop in the city and a premium partner, we provide you with a free, personalized service and tailored support at every stage of your project.
A WELL-CONNECTED DESTINATION
Three international airports
- Lyon Saint-Exupéry 55 mins from Grenoble
- Shuttle bus every 30 mins)
- 115 direct flights, 58 airlines
- Grenoble Alpes Isère, 35 mins from Grenoble
- 19 direct flights, 10 airlines
- Geneva, 1 hr 45 mins from Grenoble
- 130 direct flights, 54 airlines
A train station in downtown Grenoble
- Paris 3 hrs by high-speed train
- More than 10 direct high-speedconnections per day.
- One train every 30 mins to Lyon Part-Dieu
- To get to the historic downtown, hotels, and convention centers From the train station, 2 streetcar lines (A/B), buses, cabs, car or bike hire
SOFT MOBILITY, FACILITATING TRAVEL
Grenoble: Sustainable mobility
- 5 tramway lines and 50 bus lines
- 75% of buses are hybrid or run on natural gas
- 100% of convention centers and 90% of hotels can be reached by tramway !
- Mvélo+, France’s leading public bike rental scheme
- 320 km of cycle paths in and around the city
A tailor-made offer for delegates
- “Business TAG” travel passes may be given out to event participants.
- These preferential-rate passes are valid for the entire duration of the conference and allow
participants unlimited travel on all streetcar and bus lines in Grenoble. - We can also organize special shuttle services for participants.
- Grenoble’s taxi network operates 24/7.
CONGRESS CENTER TO HOST ECNS 2027: LOUIS WEIL AMPHITEATRE
Louis Weil amphitheater, located in the central square of the Université Grenoble Alpes campus, hosts events such as conferences, congresses and symposia.
- Up to 900 people in plenary session
- Landscaped exteriors for your event
- High-tech equipment
- Moutain views
- Possibility to combine Louis Weil
- Amphitheatre and Amphitheatre Gallery
LOUIS WEIL AMPHITHEATRE, GRENOBLE ALPES UNIVERSITY
With an 900-seat auditorium and an entrance hall, the Louis Weil amphitheatre offers all the facilities you need to successfully host your next face-to-face or hybrid event, on the campus of the University Grenoble Alpes (UGA), ranked among the 150 best universities in the world, 1st in France for 7 disciplines in the Shanghai 2020 ranking, 63,000 students, including 9,000 international students
- An 900-seat auditorium with sound and light systems
- A reception hall
- Outdoor areas that can be adapted to suit the needs of the event
- Accessible to people with reduced mobility via an external lift
THE LOUIS WEIL AMPHITHEATRE COMBINED WITH THE AMPHITHEATRES GALLERY AND THE CLV BUILDING
For ECNS 2027, 4 of these amphitheatres will be available. The Pierre-Mendès-France gallery is a passageway that leads to the lecture theatres. Throughout the gallery, there are high and low seating areas where you can sit, chat, have lunch or relax. The atypical shape of the installations and the fact that they open directly onto a long bay window.
The CLV building has 2 amphitheatres and 9 meeting rooms. For ECNS 2027, 4 rooms will be made available.
A NEW KIND OF ACCOMMODATION ON THE TERRITORY
Student accommodation with CROUS Grenoble Alpes
With more than 63 000 students on its territory, Grenoble Alpes is a first-rate student destination.
Numerous student residences can be found around the metropolis, with some of them being able to host professional events participants during summer season. Among them, the residence Ouest and Berlioz of CROUS Grenoble Alpes, with hundreds of single rooms on the UGA campus (University of Grenoble Alpes) in direct proximity of the tramway lines B and C. As well as the Genevieve Jourdain and Marie Reynoard residences, comprising studio with bathrooms and kitchens.
Short-term rentals platforms 3000 short-term rentals are available on online platforms on the territory, with 1825 of them situated in Grenoble city. Airbnb accounts for the vast majority of these rentals, with more than 1700 references.
QUALITY HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
Right in the heart of the city, close to the convention centers, Grenoble boasts a wealth of hotels and other accommodation options, offering you the right accommodation solution for your specific event needs… and providing your event participants with a warm and friendly welcome.
A wide and varied portfolio of upgraded hotels
- Almost 5,000 rooms listed in the metropolitan area, including 2,200 with a 3-star or 4-star rating
- 89 hotels & other accommodation options rated 1 to 4 stars
- Accommodation to meet professional standards, with business tourism accounting for 70% of all overnight stays
UNIQUE VENUES FOR YOUR EVENING GALA EVENTS
Grenoble Alpes has a superb range of special and quirky venues for your evening events and parties. Whether you are looking for a classic, historic, or unique setting, we have the right venue for you to host guests, whatever the size of event.
Ancient forts, museums, wine cellars … the Grenoble metropolitan area boasts a host of exceptional and impressive venues in which to host and wow event participants !