The CAEN Winter School 2026, held on March 2–3, 2026 at the CAEN Headquarters, brought together students, young researchers, and professionals for an immersive educational experience dedicated to radiation detection and nuclear measurement techniques. Organized in collaboration with IMSci Nu, the school combined classroom learning with extensive practical sessions, offering participants a comprehensive understanding of modern nuclear instrumentation and its applications.
Across the two days, attendees followed a structured program that introduced fundamental concepts of gamma radiation, regulations, detection principles, and techniques for identifying and quantifying radioactive sources. These theoretical modules were complemented by hands-on demonstrations designed to translate core principles into real measurements.
Participants had the opportunity to work directly with state-of-the-art technologies, engaging in practical activities that represent an essential and valuable component for achieving full immersion in real-world applications within the nuclear sector.
These sessions allowed them to explore detector behavior, analyze spectra, prepare measurement reports, and become familiar with professional software and instrumentation provided by CAEN.
The program also included an in depth look at gamma detectors and their applications, offering insights into how nuclear instrumentation supports fields ranging from environmental monitoring to industrial and scientific research. As the school progressed, the focus shifted toward system integration and environmental probe networks, highlighting how individual measurement devices can be combined into coordinated monitoring infrastructures. Participants explored strategies for designing and deploying networked systems capable of delivering reliable and distributed radiation data. The event concluded with a guided tour of the CAEN facilities, allowing participants to see firsthand the technologies, workflows, and innovations behind CAEN’s instrumentation portfolio, followed by a closing session with certificate distribution.
By merging theoretical learning with practical experimentation, the CAEN Winter School 2026 offered a valuable training environment for anyone looking to strengthen their expertise in radiation detection and nuclear measurement systems. The program reinforced CAEN’s longstanding mission to support education, promote technical excellence, and prepare the next generation of specialists in the field.
