Small-angle neutron scattering (SANS) measurements at the Budapest Neutron Centre (BNC) have helped researchers investigate how medieval potters shaped their vessels. Published in Archaeological and Anthropological Sciences, the study examines greyware and redware ceramics produced in Utrecht, the Netherlands, between the 12th and 15th centuries. The international research team combined Read more
The Budapest Neutron Centre (BNC) is preparing to bring the NEAT neutron spectrometer into operation at its KFKI campus. The instrument, which is being transferred from Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin (HZB), is expected to begin the next chapter of its scientific life in 2028. NEAT is a direct-geometry time-of-flight neutron spectrometer designed Read more
The 16th Central European Training School and Workshop on Neutron Techniques (CETS) took place in Budapest from 4 to 9 October 2026. Organised by the Budapest Neutron Centre (BNC), part of the HUN-REN Centre for Energy Research, the event brought together students, early-career researchers and experienced scientists for six days Read more
After the successful first and second calls of this year, the BNC is pleased to announce that the third call for beamtime application is open from now on until 15th November 2026. Successful proposals will be scheduled for beamtime in the first half of 2027. BNC offers access to 12 Read more
The Budapest Neutron Centre is proud to announce that the online edition of Zsolt Kasztovszky’s MTA doctoral dissertation has been published by Akadémiai Kiadó and is accessible online after registration. 🔗 https://mersz.hu/kasztovszky-a-prompt-gamma-aktivacios-analizis-alkalmazasa-szilikat-anyagu-regeszeti-leletek-es-nyersanyagainak-meghatarozasara// The publication provides an extended, citable version of his doctoral work, reflecting his long‑standing contributions to neutron‑based analytical Read more
The Budapest Neutron Centre invites Master’s and PhD students, as well as early-career researchers, to join the 16th Central European Training School and Workshop held in Budapest from October 4th to 9th, 2026. The program includes a comprehensive theoretical course, practical hands-on experience with several neutron instruments, and a dedicated Read more
We are proud to announce that Maria Gracheva has been awarded with Akadémiai Ifjúsági díj – Academic Youth Award on the 23rd of February 2026. Title of her thesis is: “A Növényi Élet Fizikája: A Víz- és Fém-Transzport Feltárása a Növényi Ellenállóképesség Javításáért” – The Physics of Plant Life: Exploring Read more
After the successful last year reactor operation, the BNC offers beamtime in 2026 for the international and domestic neutron community! The first call for submitting science proposals is now open until 9th February, 2026. 14 neutron instruments are offered to carry out research in all domains, including physics, chemistry, biology, Read more
We extend our sincere best wishes to all our colleagues and to our scientific and industrial partners for a peaceful Christmas season and a successful and fulfilling New Year. We are pleased to announce that the forthcoming year will bring numerous reactor cycles, and we look forward with great interest Read more
Are you motivated to develop materials for the Circular Economy? The Rolling Call for TransNational Access (TNA) proposals of ReMade@ARI for 2025-2026 opened on 1 September 2025. Proposals can be submitted at any time during the period September 2025 – May 2026, giving you more flexibility and time to Read more