Welcome
The European Strategy for Particle Physics is the cornerstone of Europe’s strategy-setting process for the long-term future of the field. Mandated by the CERN Council, the Strategy takes into account results from the LHC and other facilities in the world, the international physics landscape and developments in related fields with the aim to maximise scientific returns.
In March 2024, the CERN Council launched the process for the third update of the Strategy. The European Strategy Group (ESG) and the Strategy Secretariat for this update were established in June 2024 to organise the full process. The remit of the European Strategy Group was also approved in June 2024.
The Strategy update process is expected to converge by January 2026, when an draft Strategy document will be submitted to the Council. The community at large will be involved during the full process and is asked to provide input at several stages.
UPDATES
The European Strategy for Particle Physics: 2026 Update – Deliberation document by the European Strategy Group (Brochure)
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ESG Working Group Reports
- Report by ESG Working Group 1: National Input to the ESPP
- Report by ESG Working Group 2a: Assessment of Large-Scale Accelerator Projects at CERN
- Report by ESG Working Group 2b: Project Comparison – Physics Potential
- Report by ESG Working Group 3: Role of National Laboratories in Strategy Implementation
- Report by ESG Working Group 4: Synergies with Neighbouring Fields
- Report by ESG Working Group 5: Sustainability and Environmental Impact
- Report by ESG Working Group 6: Education, Communication, Engagement and Social & Career Aspects
- Report by ESG Working Group 7: Knowledge and Technology Transfer