Twelve dual training students from Catalan schools have joined our facility to learn a job while carrying out their training.
On Friday the 12th of May 2017, around 70 people attended the industrial workshop organized by the ALBA Synchrotron in collaboration with the EU project NFFA. Companies had the opportunity to discover how synchrotron techniques can enhance the agri-food and packaging sectors.
The event, held for the 6th year in a row, gathered 2,194 people last Saturday 20th May 2017 at the ALBA Synchrotron to celebrate the importance of science.
On May 16, the SESAME light source was inaugurated in Jordan by King Abdullah II.
The ALBA Synchrotron has received a delegation from the Agency for Business Competitiveness (ACCIÓ), headed by its Chief Executive Officer.
The ALBA Synchrotron is coordinating the work package 3 of the OPEN SESAME project, aimed at building lightsource know-how and knowledge among young researchers. Call now open till 7th July 2017.
For 25 years Sant Quirze del Vallès, a village located near the ALBA Synchrotron, organizes the Mussol awards to recognize different personalities from the social and cultural sectors. Together with Caterina Biscari, the comedian Quim Masferrer, the association Proactiva Open Arms and the school El Turonet were awarded in this edition.
On Saturday 20th May, from 09:00 till 19:00, the ALBA Synchrotron is celebrating its Open Day. Visitors will be able to explore the facility and discover its functions and applications, as well as attending funny demonstrations, conferences and activities for all ages.
On the 12th of May the ALBA Synchrotron is hosting an industrial workshop to share the applications of synchrotron light in the process of improving agri-food, food and packaging. During the event, the capabilities of the synchrotron-based techniques as well as case studies conducted at ALBA will be presented. A visit to the facility is also included. Free registration is open till the 10th of May.
Scientists from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM) are analysing at the infrared microspectroscopy beamline MIRAS how plants tolerate mercury, one of the most toxic and common heavy metals founded in polluted soils.
On 7 and 8 of March 2017, the ALBA Synchrotron has organised a meeting with representatives from the Industrial Liaison Offices of European synchrotron and free-electron laser facilities.
A group of researchers has proved that franckeite, a mineral belonging to the sulfosalts family, behaves naturally as a two-dimensional material with semiconducting properties and promising applications in next-generation electronic devices, such as photodetectors or solar cells. They have been able to isolate and exfoliate ultrathin flakes of this mineral with methods compatible with large scale manufacturing. Using ALBA's synchrotron light, they could demonstrate the homogeneity of the chemical composition of individual franckeite flakes of a few atomic layers.
The infrared beamline of the ALBA Synchrotron, MIRAS, is analysing archaeological samples of two skeletons buried in a medieval church in the area of old Herzegovina. The aim of the experiment is to understand the disorders of bones. These data can provide useful information about the influence of the environment and living conditions at the middle ages at this Mediterranean area.
An international research lead by Institute of Biomedicine of the University of Barcelona (IBUB) and the Research Institute of the Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau (IIB Sant Pau) shows, for the first time, the three-dimensional structure of the homodimeric androgen receptor ligand-binding domain. In order to solve the 3D structure of the protein, X-ray diffraction analyses have been conducted at the XALOC beamline of the ALBA Synchrotron.
The pharmaceutical company ESTEVE, the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) and the ALBA Synchrotron join together to investigate the mechanism of action of new inhibitors against pain.
Including information about institutional, organizational and economical aspects of the Consortium for the Construction, Equipping and Exploitation of the Synchrotron Light Source (CELLS), in charge of the management of the ALBA Synchrotron.
The ALBA Synchrotron has been honoured to welcome the director for International Cooperation of the Directorate General for Research and Innovation of the European Commission.
Using synchrotron light, a study led by CIC bioGUNE has described a molecular recognition mechanism which enables certain proteins of our cells to be recycled and reused. The results, published in Cell journal, open the door to biomedical applications for the treatment of pathologies like Alzheimer or Parkinson.
The ALBA Synchrotron has released the last video about experiments performed in the facility. In this occasion, synchrotron light has made possible to obtain the first 3D map of the interior of cells affected by the virus of hepatitis C. This project received the support of the FECYT and Obra Social "la Caixa".
The ALBA Synchrotron has released the fourth video about experiments performed in the facility. In this occasion, synchrotron light is used for the study of catalysts that can improve the automotive sector and air quality. This project received the support of the FECYT and Obra Social "la Caixa".
Zephyrus, a professional kit which eliminates the microorganisms present in patrimonial assets in a non-invasive way, has been awarded by the UAB Research Park program which highlights the best business ideas.
The results for the 2017-I cycle, that covers beamtime from January to 2nd July 2017, have been published. A total of 125 proposals have been granted.
Promoted by the Catalan Foundation for Research and Innovation (FCRi) is a meeting point between research institutions and companies to find possible ways of collaboration. This event, that counted with the participation of 16 companies, was sponsored by IberCaja, member of the board of the FCRi.
The ALBA Synchrotron has released the third video about experiments performed in the facility. In this occasion, synchrotron light is used for the diagnosis of skin cancer through the identification of collagen. This project received the support of the FECYT and Obra Social "la Caixa".
Theoretical and experimental studies have tested the high-pressure and high-temperature behavior of thallium, a heavy and toxic metal which is important for its role in technological applications and basic science. X-ray diffraction analysis was done at the MSPD beamline of the ALBA Synchrotron up to 125 GPa, doubling the pressure range of previous experiments. Results have been published in the Journal of Physics: Condensed Matter.
The event has counted with the participation of the State Secretary for Research, Development and Innovation, Carmen Vela, and the Secretary for Universities and Research of the Catalan government, Arcadi Navarro. Devoted to infrared spectroscopy and microscopy,it is the 8th operating beamline at the facility and the first phase-II beamline, being a reality the expansion of the ALBA Synchrotron.
Led by the president, Carme Forcadell, members of the Parliament's Advisory Council on Science and Technology (CAPCIT) visited the scientific infrastructure.
The ALBA Synchrotron has released the second video about experiments performed in the facility. In this video, it is explained how synchrotron light can help making progress in the field of food. This project received the support of the FECYT and Obra Social "la Caixa".
Artax Biopharma (Cambridge, MA), has successfully solved the crystal structure of its target protein by using X-ray diffraction at the XALOC beamline of the ALBA Synchrotron.
MIRAS, devoted to infrared spectroscopy and microscopy, is the 8th operating beamline at the facility. Researchers from the Institute of Advanced Chemistry of Catalonia (IQAC-CSIC) have used infrared light for analysing the penetration and distribution of different of lipid systems to target different skin layers. The results of this study will contribute to improve the treatment of skin disorders and could have applicability in the dermatological and cosmetic fields.
Including scientific highlights, industry collaborations, technical developments, outreach activities and the latest news of ALBA. In this issue, we interview the Dieter Einfeld, former head of the ALBA Accelerator division. Enjoy the reading!
The ALBA Synchrotron has published the first of a video series for explaining some of the experiments performed at the facility. This first video covers two investigations in the field of cultural heritage. This project received the support of the FECYT and Obra Social "la Caixa".
From the 26th of September till 17th October, undergraduate students interested in doing an internship in the ALBA Synchrotron can submit a proposal.
A ceremony at the Palau de la Generalitat has been organised for paying tribute to Ramon Pascual, president of the Executive Commision of the ALBA Synchrotron from 2003 to 2016 and promoter of the project.
On the 11th, 16th and 18th November, the ALBA Synchrotron and the Catalunya-La Pedrera Foundation are organizing a couse where teachers can expand their knowledge of synchrotron light and its properties. The course, recognized by the Generalitat de Catalunya, combines theory and practice, materials and examples to use with students in the classroom and a visit to ALBA.
She has been one of the four persons recognized with the "premio alla modicanità" 2016, promoted by the council of the Italian town of Modica (Sicily) which recognizes local personalities from the cultural and social areas.
Next week, Barcelona is becoming the capital of particle accelerators science and technology with the celebration of the conferences IBIC and MEDSI. Both conferences, organised by the ALBA Synchrotron, are gathering more than 500 engineers and physicists from worldwide research centers.
The ALBA Synchrotron has developed an algorithm for controlling the amount and location of electrons at the Storage Ring. This new development will enable ALBA users to perform time-resolved experiments.
A group of researchers from the University of the Basque Country has discovered a surprisingly high ferromagnetic transition temperature Tc in a GdAg2 single-layer-alloy that may serve as a building block for future spintronic devices.
The first 3D map of the interior of cells affected by the virus. Scientists at the Centro Nacional de Biotecnología of the CSIC (CNB-CSIC) and the ALBA Synchrotron have observed the alterations caused by the hepatitis C virus at the endoplasmic reticulum and mitochondria of infected cells. These malformations were reversed by treatment with the most common antiviral drugs for hepatitis C.
The ALBA Synchrotron has published its annual report of activities performed in 2015. This document includes scientific results, technology reviews and facts & figures of the facility.
The research provides the first insights on the spatial distribution of calcium in coccolithophores, widespread marine algae that may play an important role in the response of the oceanic ecosystem to predicted global climate change.
Last Saturday, 18th June, the ALBA Open Day took place, achieving a new record of participants: 2,130 people enjoyed a day of science with their families.
Around 50 people attended the industrial seminar organized by the ALBA Synchrotron where companies were able to know how to use synchrotron light for analyzing materials such as cements, pigments, ceramics and glasses. The event was officially opened by the Minister of Business and Knowledge of the Catalan Government, Jordi Baiget.
A University of Barcelona research team has come to the NCD beamline of the ALBA Synchrotron for this experiment. One of the study’s conclusions is that the smooth mouthfeel results from the small size of the crystals and the lower melting temperature of the velvety chocolate coating.
From Monday April 11 to April 15, more than 450 scientists (including representatives from ALBA), leaders of high-tech industry, universities and research centres gather in Rome (Italy), to review the progress on Future Circular Collider (FCC) concepts for the post-LHC era.
MIRAS, the 8th ALBA beamline – devoted to infrared microspectroscopy - has started its commissioning getting the first synchrotron light outside the accelerators' tunnel. Now, MIRAS is available in our machine status digital signage system. The first official experiments will start in November 2016 at the latest.
On the 6th May the ALBA Synchrotron is organizing an industrial workshop to explain how to use synchrotron light for analysing these materials. The Minister of Business and Knowledge of the Catalan government, Jordi Baiget i Cantons, will be in charge of the opening ceremony. Free registration is open till the 3rd of May.
Researchers from ICMAB and the ALBA Synchrotron have found a new magnetic mechanism in high temperature superconductor cuprates, proving the coexistence of magnetism and superconductivity. Results have been published in Advanced Science, including key measurements performed at BOREAS beamline.
On the 16th of March 2011, the electron accelerator of the ALBA Synchrotron emitted synchrotron light for the first time. Today, ALBA is celebrating this important milestone.
