Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz > Faculty 08 > Physics > Physics research > Institutes & research facilities > Institute of Nuclear Physics > MAMI accelerator & experiments
The most important tool for our research is the electron accelerator MAMI, which we have been operating and developing reliably since the 1980s. MAMI is structurally unique worldwide and provides us with high-precision electrons at moderate beam energies, which we can use to investigate the structure of atomic nuclei, their components and their interactions.
You can find the MAMI annual calendar with all planned beam times here
The MAMI accelerator and the experiments operated with it can be visited by school classes and other groups when the facility is switched off. This is possible on maintenance days, usually on Mondays.
A tour generally lasts around 2 hours. It begins with an introduction to the basics of the accelerator and the experiments in the Institute’s lecture hall. This is followed by a tour of the accelerator halls, the beamline and the experimental halls.
Please use our contact form to make an inquiry. Please also note our safety instructions.
Details
As space in the rooms is limited and there is sometimes a significant level of noise,
the group size during the tour is typically limited to 11 people. We divide larger groups into appropriate subgroups, which are then guided through the facility at the same time with different routing. Please understand that we are also limited in the number of possible subgroups due to the increased personnel requirements and the space available in the accelerator. Typically, the total group size should therefore not exceed 30.
All guided tours are planned on a case-by-case basis and can only be carried out by prior arrangement and confirmation. Guided tours for individuals are not possible. However, on request, interested individuals can take part in tours that have already been planned, provided that the group size still allows it.
Contact:
Contact form to request guided tours
Kathrin Anciger
E-mail
+49 6131 39-28468
