The Jean Monnet University of Saint Etienne, through the Hubert Curien laboratory (joint research unit CNRS & Institute of Optics) continues its path as European leader in fiber optic-based solutions (detectors, dosimetry, beam instrumentation) for radiative environments in partnership with the Institute of Electronics of the University of Montpellier.
The INFRAIA-02-2020 RADNEXT (RADiation facility Network for the EXploration of effects for indusTry and research) project, coordinated by CERN, aims to create a network of unique irradiation facilities and an irradiation methodology to meet emerging needs for the characterization and qualification of electronic or optoelectronic components and systems for space, automotive, medical, gas pedal or dismantling applications.
Another objective is to combine different irradiation and simulation techniques to ensure the radiation tolerance of systems, focusing on the assessment of related risks. The University of Saint-Etienne is a member of the RADNEXT consortium of 31 academic, industrial and government laboratory partners. Within the project, the MOPERE team of the Hubert Curien laboratory will be in charge of steering the research activities on the theme of beam instrumentation, radiation detection and dosimetry. This project represents a unique opportunity to consolidate and enhance the skills acquired by the Hubert Curien laboratory on this theme, particularly on fiber optic sensor technologies.
Total budget of the project: 9.1M€.