Public Tour Hot Laboratory

November 30, 2025, from 13:00 to 17:00

Discover the Hot Laboratory nuclear facility during our guided tour, a unique experimental facility in Switzerland for the nuclear technology investigation and analysis of highly radioactive materials. This is supported by a well-developed infrastructure in terms of safety, analysis, and preparation, with unique laboratories at your disposal.

Exploring ground-breaking research: the new exhibition “Visiting the researchers” has 13 thematic islands that invite you on a journey through the fascinating research at PSI.
Exploring ground-breaking research: the new exhibition “Visiting the researchers” has 13 thematic islands that invite you on a journey through the fascinating research at PSI.
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System for the solidification of the droplets to gel beads with the three scientists (from left to right) Manuel Pouchon, Maria Cabanes-Sempere and Cedric Cozzo. Source: Markus Fischer/Paul Scherrer Institute.
System for the solidification of the droplets to gel beads with the three scientists (from left to right) Manuel Pouchon, Maria Cabanes-Sempere and Cedric Cozzo. Source: Markus Fischer/Paul Scherrer Institute.
Daniel Kuster, Head of the group Hot cell experiments, was, together with his team responsible for dismantling the MEGAPIE target at the PSI Hotlab. Source: Markus Firscher/ Paul Scherrer Institute.
Daniel Kuster, Head of the group Hot cell experiments, was, together with his team responsible for dismantling the MEGAPIE target at the PSI Hotlab. Source: Markus Firscher/ Paul Scherrer Institute.
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The tour starts at 13:00 at the PSI Visitor Center.

Language: German

Our tours are free of charge.

Since the number of participants is limited, we recommend registering early by email or phone by January 16, 2025.

We look forward to your visit.

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