What is a crab cavity and why is it helping scientists explore the Universe?

Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026

Time: 19:00 – 20:00

Venue: Online Webinar

Cost: Free

This webinar is suitable for ages 12+.

Discover how engineers, technicians and scientists at Daresbury Laboratory are building one of the key technologies needed to upgrade the world’s greatest machine.

In this Talking Science webinar, you’ll discover how crab cavity cryomodules will help increase the number of collisions inside the Large Hadron Collider, giving scientists more opportunities to unlock the secrets of the Universe.

Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of how these remarkable machines are designed, built and tested using cutting-edge tools and techniques. We’ll uncover the engineering challenges involved in making the world’s largest particle accelerator even better.

Through interactive activities, videos and demonstrations, you’ll learn how crab cavities work, explore the challenges faced by the team, and meet some of the engineers, technicians and scientists behind the project. You’ll also discover the different skills, roles and career paths involved in delivering world-leading science and engineering.

The webinar will end with a live Q&A, giving you the chance to put your questions to the team.