IMPACT – a significant upgrade at the proton accelerator facility
The proton accelerator HIPA has been in operation since 1974 and has been expanded repeatedly since then. It is known worldwide for generating especially large numbers of protons per second in a continuous stream for research. HIPA also holds a world record for the production of low-energy muons, which are generated and used as a secondary particle.
To enhance internationally top-level research, a strategically significant upgrade is now planned for HIPA. It bears the name IMPACT: Isotope and Muon Production with Advanced Cyclotron and Target Technologies. As a joint project of PSI, the University of Zurich, and the University Hospital of Zurich, IMPACT is intended to be implemented in the Swiss research funding period that begins in 2025.
IMPACT consists of two parts: HIMB and TATTOOS. HIMB (High-Intensity Muon Beams) will increase the currently available intensity of muons around a hundredfold, which will benefit both the material sciences and particle physics. TATTOOS (Targeted Alpha Tumour Therapy and Other Oncological Solutions) aims to produce and investigate radionuclides for cancer diagnosis and therapy.
More on this topic at IMPACT overview.
Protons and other particles: The HIPA facility turns 50
Since 1974 HIPA has been accelerating protons for research.
„IMPACT is very important in terms of international competition“
Daniela Kiselev talks about the upgrade planned at PSI's proton accelerator facility.
More light in the darkness
At PSI, researchers want to fill the missing gaps in the Standard Model of particle physics with the help of the large research facilities.
Radionuclides for personalised medicine
TATTOOS is part of the upgrade project IMPACT. Roger Schibli explains its importance for the future of cancer treatment.
“A jewel we must treasure”
HIMB is one of the two parts of the upgrade project IMPACT. Klaus Kirch speaks about the plans.
A two-part upgrade for the proton accelerator
A two-part upgrade is planned for HIPA starting in 2025. Preparations are already under way.