What is the Future of Particle Accelerators?

Suzie Sheehy chairs a discussion between accelerator physicists from across the field on what’s next for particle accelerators. Watch our full series on particle accelerators: Watch the Q&A that followed this event: Subscribe for regular science videos: Particle accelerators seem to be getting bigger, more powerful and more expensive in the quest for knowledge that helps us understand the Universe. This panel discussion brings together top researchers from around the world to discuss the challenges in designing today’s accelerators for use in answering tomorrow’s research questions. Representatives of four possible future projects discuss how and why these machines are being considered, where the major challenges lie and present their long-term vision for the future. Suzie Sheehy is particle physicist with a knack for science presenting.