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CERN
Intro
CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, is one of the world's leading laboratories for particle physics. The Organization is located on the French-Swiss border, with its headquarters in Geneva. At CERN, physicists and engineers probe the fundamental structure of the universe, by providing a unique range of particle accelerator facilities that enable research at the forefront of human knowledge. CERN’s world-class research in fundamental physics unites people from all over the world to push the frontiers of science and technology, for the benefit of society.
Details
JOINED: 2016
CURRENT STATUS: MEMBER
LOCAL RESOURCES WEBSITE(S)
CERN Public website
CERN Educational Resources
Representative
Julia Woithe
Julia Woithe is Head of Education at CERN, where she leads a broad portfolio of educational programmes spanning teacher professional development, hands-on lab workshops and science shows at CERN Science Gateway, residential student initiatives such as Beamline for Schools, and the development of research-informed classroom resources.
A trained teacher and science-education specialist, Julia holds a doctoral degree in physics education research. With over a decade of experience in particle-physics education and outreach, she combines scientific expertise with a strong commitment to creating engaging, inclusive, and accessible science-learning experiences.
Julia Woithe is Head of Education at CERN, where she leads a broad portfolio of educational programmes spanning teacher professional development, hands-on lab workshops and science shows at CERN Science Gateway, residential student initiatives such as Beamline for Schools, and the development of research-informed classroom resources.
A trained teacher and science-education specialist, Julia holds a doctoral degree in physics education research. With over a decade of experience in particle-physics education and outreach, she combines scientific expertise with a strong commitment to creating engaging, inclusive, and accessible science-learning experiences.