European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (ESRF)

The European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (ESRF) is a world-leading research center in Grenoble, France, that produces intense X-ray beams. These beams are used by scientists to study the detailed structure of materials at the atomic and molecular levels. By analyzing everything from biological tissues to new materials, ESRF helps advance knowledge in medicine, chemistry, physics, and environmental science. Its synchrotron Source accelerates electrons to nearly the speed of light, generating highly focused X-rays for precise investigations, often impossible with regular X-ray sources. These insights drive innovation and scientific progress across many fields.