U.S. Particle Accelerator School
U.S. Particle Accelerator School
America's National School of Accelerator Science and Technology

Current Session

USPAS winter session
Host: Michigan State University
Held in: New Orleans, Louisiana
Dates: January 26 - February 6, 2026
This session is full and closed.

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Next Session

USPAS summer session
Host: TBA
Held in: St. Paul, Minnesota
Dates: July 13 - 24, 2026
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Spotlight

  • The Lee Teng Undergraduate Fellowship at the Argonne Accelerator Institute is now accepting applications for summer 2026. This 10-week fellowship offers a unique opportunity for individuals to learn about accelerator science and engineering while working alongside leading scientists and gaining hands-on experience with state-of-the-art particle accelerators and computing facilities. Learn more and submit an application here.

  • BeamNetUS provides access to charged particle beam test facilities across the USA for accelerator system R&D. Charged particle beam parameters and infrastructures available are characterized. An engagement program facilitates access for exploratory tests with the aim of creating new collaborations.

Video Tutorials

Cyclotrons!

The Koeth Group presents: Learning the nuts and bolts as well as the fundamental principle of particle accelerators using a 12-inch cyclotron.

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