Research up close! The Long Night of Science at HZB
Before entering the experimental hall and the tunnel, guests explore the BESSY II light source model. © Bildschön / Tom Maelsa
On 28 June, it's that time again: the Long Night of Science will take place from 5 pm to midnight in Berlin and also in Adlershof! Come around and take a look behind the scenes of our exciting research.
We will open the doors of our laboratories and BESSY II light source to you, your families and friends. Meet scientists who will tell you about the latest breakthroughs in energy and materials research: batteries, solar cells and catalysts are the focus of our work at HZB!
Children of all ages will also have lots to discover. An extra programme with experiments in our school laboratory awaits you.
> Please find here the programme (BESSY II light source and Kekuléstraße)
And last but not least, some great news: the Long Night of Science is celebrating its 25th anniversary. To mark the occasion, there is a special gift: all tickets cost just 5 euros this year! Info Tickets
We cannot wait to see you at Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin!
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