| The CERN particle physics research laboratory outside Geneva is pursuing its next chapter. ⚛️ The lab’s next-generation particle collider, the Future Circular Collider (FCC), has the backing of the scientific community and has passed a feasibility study conducted by 1,500 experts. What is rather less settled is how to pay for it. Visit Swissinfo to read more. #switzerland #swiss #cern #geneva #fcc --- swissinfo.ch is the international branch of the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation (SBC). Its role is to report on Switzerland and to provide a Swiss perspective on international events. For more articles, interviews and videos visit swissinfo.ch or subscribe to our YouTube channel. |
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