Train the Trainers workshop at CERN IdeaSquare
The IdeaSquare team at CERN recently held a TECH2X Train the Trainers workshop, in which they invited educators from Middle East Technical University (METU) to observe and receive training on the IdeaSquare Planet (i2Planet) methodology.
The IdeaSquare team at CERN recently held a TECH2X Train the Trainers workshop, in which they invited educators from Middle East Technical University (METU) to observe and receive training on the IdeaSquare Planet (i2Planet) methodology.
IdeaSquare Planet presented in the DFGN's latest Deep Dive focusing on circular economy principles in educational practices
Discover IdeaSquare Planet, a transformative learning experience developed at CERN IdeaSquare, as presented in the Design Factory Global Network's latest Deep Dive focusing on circular economy principles in educational practices.
With such an approach, we push students to think bigger and bolder on adventures that have no right answer and no clear framework to follow. It hinges on a question: What if humanity were compelled to start anew on an entirely different planet? How could we make choices that prioritise sustainability?
Prototype profile: Emulsion placement jig for FASERν development
Simon Thor is a neutrino physicist working on the FASERν detector. In this video, he explains how he prototyped a jig for FASERν photographic film development.
TECH2X course of TH Mannheim at CERN IdeaSquare
From March 29th to April 2nd, the Tech Driven Innovation course (TDX) from the Technical University of Applied Sciences Mannheim (TH Mannheim) visited CERN IdeaSquare and participated in our flagship learning activity, i2Planet. Students from five disciplines, as well as participants from the University of Tampere, formed an interdisciplinary group tasked with creating a “Better Earth” in 2050 on Planet Y. Divided into four sub-teams (Governance, Healthcare, Energy, Education), they worked together to build a functioning society for 10,000 individuals.
TECH2X consortium meets in Barcelona to advance deep-tech innovation in higher education
On 13–14 March 2026, partners of the TECH2X project gathered in Barcelona for a two-day in-person consortium meeting hosted at Esade. The meeting brought together representatives from across the consortium to review progress, share insights, and define the next steps in strengthening deep-tech innovation and entrepreneurship within higher education institutions.
Advancing Innovation in Education
New prototyping workshop opens at IdeaSquare
Everyone from the CERN community - researchers, EU project collaborators, students and guests with a CERN badge - is welcome to take advantage of IdeaSquare’s spaces to put innovative ideas to the test.
Everyone from the CERN community - researchers, EU project collaborators, students and guests with a CERN badge - is welcome to take advantage of IdeaSquare’s spaces to put innovative ideas to the test.
Quantum Unplugged: exploring the fundamentals of quantum technology with Geneva’s diplomatic community
On 12th February, representatives from 20 Permanent Missions in Geneva attended the third edition of Quantum Unplugged, organised by the Open Quantum Institute in collaboration with the Delegation of the European Union to the UN and other international organisations in Geneva .
Summer school at IdeaSquare on experimentation-driven research methodologies
On 8th-12th June 2026, participate in expert-led lectures, roundtables, and a hands-on team project to expand your portfolio of innovation research skills!
On 8th-12th June 2026, participate in expert-led lectures, roundtables, and a hands-on team project to expand your portfolio of innovation research skills!
Innovation education for the future: a case study of CERN IdeaSquare Planet
The research team at IdeaSquare has just published a scientific paper suggesting its programmes develop essential futures skills, providing practical insights for educators interested in implementing similar methodologies for transformative innovation education
The research team at IdeaSquare has just published a scientific paper suggesting its programmes develop essential futures skills, providing practical insights for educators interested in implementing similar methodologies for transformative innovation education