The European Academy of Sciences (EurASc) is honoured to announce that its 2025 Symposium and Annual Ceremony will take place at CERN, the world-renowned European laboratory for particle physics, on 17–18 December 2025. We are deeply grateful to Dr. Fabiola Gianotti, Director-General of CERN, and Dr. Charlotte Lindberg Warakaulle, Director for International Relations, for graciously hosting the Academy and welcoming EurASc Fellows to one of the most prestigious research institutions in the world. CERN’s mission is deeply rooted in fundamental science to reveal the mysteries of the origin of the universe and its evolution, with far-reaching cultural and societal impacts. From the invention of the World Wide Web, to breakthroughs in medical imaging technologies, and the foundational work behind quantum computing through Bell’s inequalities — CERN exemplifies how basic science can shape our future.
The 2025 EurASc Symposium will focus on the theme:
Societal Impact of Fundamental Sciences”
We invite all Fellows and the wider scientific community to take part in this unique event.
Call for abstracts:
Oral and poster presentations will be selected based on submitted abstracts.
A booklet of abstracts will be made available to all participants.
Symposium – 17 December 2025
The first day will feature scientific presentations, followed by a guided visit to several of CERN’s key research installations, and will conclude with a social dinner for participants and guests.
🧭 Scientific Visit Highlights
Attendees will have the unique opportunity to explore:
🌀 Synchrocyclotron — CERN’s first accelerator, with immersive 3D projections and historical insights into its foundational role in particle physics.
⚛️ ATLAS Visitor Centre — Home to one of the world’s largest particle detectors, including a life-size mural, interactive exhibits, and insights into the discovery of the Higgs boson.
⚠️ Important: Registration for these visits is mandatory and must be confirmed during the event sign-up process.
Due to CERN safety regulations, access to certain areas (such as the ATLAS cavern) may be subject to eligibility restrictions.
Annual Ceremony – 18 December 2025
The second day will include the official award ceremony for the Leonardo da Vinci and Blaise Pascal Medals, with presentations by the laureates. Newly elected Fellows will also receive their EurASc participation certificates.
Join us for this exceptional gathering at the heart of European science, to celebrate scientific excellence, interdisciplinary dialogue, and the lasting societal value of fundamental research.