Expression of interest in acquiring the modular surface science laboratory system free of charge

A call for expressions of interest has been launched to create a shortlist of candidates for the acquisition of the modular surface science laboratory system (SSLS) – reference JRC/KRU/2023/CEI/3071, located at the Karlsruhe Institute of the Joint Research Center (JRC), whose components have been acquired, assembled, and optimized over the last 10 years.

The SSLS has high productivity and is used in various fields of advanced research, such as hydrogen production, corrosion, catalysis, nuclear fuel safety, and, in general, the chemistry and physics of actinides in the solid state.

However, due to limited human resources, it is not possible to continue operating this equipment optimally at the Karlsruhe institute, which opens up the opportunity for it to be granted free of charge to another research institution or university based in an EU Member State that has the capacity to ensure its operability, as well as continued access by the JRC and Member States, under the framework for open access to JRC research infrastructures.

The deadline for submitting applications has been extended to May 31, 2024 (4:00 p.m. CET). Documents are available with a brief description of the system and a guide with the requirements and procedures necessary to prepare the application.

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