ELI - The Extreme Light Infrastructure

📢 Good news - the registration deadline for the ELI User Meeting 2026 has been extended to 5 June!

Join us on 24–26 June at the ELI Beamlines Facility in Dolní Břežany, Czech Republic, for three days of scientific exchange, collaboration, and networking with the international ELI user community. Register now: https://indico.eli-laser.eu/event/234/page/461-registration

🎓ELI offers travel support for selected Master’s students, PhD candidates, and early-stage researchers from ELI Member and Observer countries.
⚠️ Please note: the travel support application deadline remains 1 June 2026.
Find out more and apply here: https://indico.eli-laser.eu/event/234/page/549-student-young-researcher-travel-support

🎓 Looking for a chance to present your research at an international scientific event?

The ELI User Meeting 2026 is offering travel support for selected students and early-career researchers from ELI Member and Observer countries.
📍 24–26 June 2026
📌 ELI Beamlines Facility, Dolní Břežany, Czech Republic

Who can apply?
Master’s students, PhD candidates, and early-stage researchers affiliated with institutions in:
Czech Republic | Hungary | Italy | Lithuania | Bulgaria | Germany | Slovakia | Montenegro | Romania
💡 Participation includes submitting a scientific poster connected to the ELI User Programme or related research fields.

🗓️ Application deadline: 1 June 2026

💶 Selected applicants can receive reimbursement for eligible travel and accommodation expenses up to EUR 550.

❗ Details and application form: https://indico.eli-laser.eu/event/234/page/549-student-young-researcher-travel-support

One night, two locations, countless discoveries 👇
✨Last Friday we celebrated the International Day of Light 2026 at the ELI ALPS Laser Research Institute and ELI Beamlines, welcoming visitors to explore cutting-edge laser science through tours, demos, and interactive experiences.

Thank you all for joining us, see you in September at Researchers' Night!

🎓 Present your research at ELI Summer School 2026!

As part of ELISS 2026, students and early-career researchers are invited to take part in the poster competition and present their work to an international scientific community. It is a great opportunity to exchange ideas, receive feedback from experts, build new connections, and compete for prizes for outstanding contributions. More details: https://indico.eli-laser.eu/event/240/page/477-poster-competition

Hosted by the ELI ALPS Laser Research Institute in Szeged, ELISS 2026 will bring together young researchers from around the world for a week of inspiring lectures, laboratory tours, networking opportunities, and discussions on the latest developments in laser science and related fields.

📅 31 August – 4 September 2026

Secure your seat at ELISS 2026 👉https://indico.eli-laser.eu/event/240/registrations/109/

🌍 International Day of Light 2026 at ELI – One Night, Two Locations!

On 15 May, both ELI ALPS and ELI Beamlines Facilities will open their doors to the public for an evening dedicated to light, lasers, and the energy shaping our future.

✨ ELI Beamlines (Dolní Břežany, Czech Republic, 16:00–20:00)
Step inside one of the world’s leading laser research facilities:
– Guided tours of cutting-edge laser systems
– Behind-the-scenes access to workshops
– Talks revealing the story of ELI
– Interactive exhibits, VR/AR experiences, and laser safety demos
More information: https://bit.ly/4en3LMS

⚡ ELI ALPS Laser Research Institute (Szeged, Hungary, 17:00–21:00)
This year’s theme: “We have energy for everything” – inspired by the ELI’s new solar park and its commitment to sustainability and innovation.
Visitors can explore:
– Spectacular live science demonstrations
– Interactive activities and challenges
– Insightful science talks
– A fun “lightning questions” experience, unlocking access to otherwise restricted areas
More information: https://bit.ly/4uxi5qY

Join us and discover the power of light!

📊 ELI’s 8th User Call shows strong international demand

The recently closed 8th ELI User Call attracted 146 proposals, submitted by 134 Principal Investigators and supported by more than 411 co-proposers from across the global research community.

The submissions reflect a diverse scientific portfolio, with strong representation in materials and surface science, particle acceleration, life sciences, plasma physics, and AMO physics. Proposals also span applications in health, energy, advanced materials, and emerging areas such as environmental and cultural heritage research.

🌍 Participation remains strongly international, led by Germany, followed by Italy and the Czech Republic, alongside contributions from the United Kingdom, the United States, and other global partners.

These results highlight the continued engagement of ELI’s user community and the importance of open access to large-scale research infrastructures.

👉 Read more: https://www.eli-laser.eu/news/eli-s-8th-user-call-shows-steady-demand/

💥 The first Montenegrin ELI Partner Day took place in Podgorica this week, marking an important milestone following Montenegro’s accession to ELI ERIC as an Observer.

The event, hosted at the Science and Technology Park of Montenegro, highlighted shared priorities, strengthened existing partnerships, and opened the door to new collaboration opportunities. It was preceded by a reception at the European House in Podgorica, setting the stage for meaningful dialogue and exchange.

🤝The programme brought together high-level representatives, including Minister Prof. Anđela Jakšić-Stojanović, alongside key stakeholders from the innovation ecosystem, the scientific community, and the diplomatic sphere.

🚀ELI’s leadership emphasised the importance of strengthening scientific and industrial cooperation across Europe, underlining the role of such partnerships in driving innovation and excellence.

These events represent an important step forward in deepening collaboration and supporting Montenegro’s path towards closer integration with the European research and innovation landscape.

📢ELI User Meeting 2026 - the scientific programme is available!

Taking place on 24-26 June 2026 at the ELI Beamlines Facility in Dolní Břežany, the meeting will bring together the international user community for three days of scientific exchange, discussion, and collaboration.

🔬 What to expect?
The core sessions will highlight the full breadth of ELI’s capabilities, covering:
Key technologies and instrumentation
Mission-driven research areas
User services and access opportunities
Contributions from ELI experts and partners
👉 Explore the programme: https://indico.eli-laser.eu/event/234/page/511-programme

🤝 Satellite Workshops
Two dedicated satellite events will offer more focused discussions and networking opportunities within specific scientific and technical domains.
👉 Discover more: https://indico.eli-laser.eu/event/243/

Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with the ELI user community and be part of shaping future research directions.
👉 Register now: https://indico.eli-laser.eu/event/234/page/461-registration

🚨 Last call to join the ELI User Community!

The 8th ELI User Call is about to close – this is your final opportunity to complete and submit your proposal. 🕐

💡 Why should you join?
✅ Access to cutting-edge instrumentation at the ELI ALPS and ELI Beamlines Facilities, as well as ELI NP
✅ Opportunities for cross-border collaboration and scientific exchange
✅ A platform for your research to make real impact

📌 Submitted proposals will be evaluated through an international peer-review process, with selected experiments moving forward to the next phase of implementation.

Become part of the ELI User Community and take your research to the next level at ELI’s world-class laser facilities.

▶ Submit your proposal before the deadline via the User Portal: https://up.eli-laser.eu/call/8th-call-for-users-5pk2js

We look forward to welcoming new users and innovative research ideas across the ELI infrastructure.

📢 REMINDER: only a few days left to submit your proposal!
The 8th ELI - The Extreme Light Infrastructure User Call is approaching its deadline, so this is your final opportunity to apply for access to ELI’s world-leading research infrastructure.

⏳ Submission deadline: 22 April 2026, 12:00 (noon) CEST

💡 ELI empowers scientists to explore how ultra-intense lasers interact with matter, leading to high-impact discoveries in both fundamental and applied science.

If you’re still finalising your proposal or have questions about the submission process in the User Office System, don’t worry, support is within a reach.

🤝 Need help?
📩 Contact the ELI User Office at [email protected]
🔬 For technical or feasibility questions, reach out directly to the Instrument Responsibles:
➡️ https://up.eli-laser.eu/contact
🔗 Submit your proposal via the User Portal before the deadline:
https://up.eli-laser.eu/call/8th-call-for-users-5pk2js