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Masterclasses

International Masterclasses 2026

Below is the preliminary schedule for the masterclasses with the Pierre Auger Observatory in the IMC2026.
Registrations will open on October 30, 2025

About

The Pierre Auger Observatory organizes every year International Masterclass events for high-school students worldwide, included in the program of International Masterclasses (IMC) managed by the International Particle Physics Outreach Group (IPOGG).

During this activity, high-school students (15-18 years old) spend one full day at universities or research institutes. They learn about particle/astroparticle physics, about the Pierre Auger Observatory and analyze the Auger public data to look for answers to the question: “What is the origin of ultra-high-energy cosmic rays?” Afterwards, the students participate in a joint videoconference with their peers at other locations and with scientists at the Pierre Auger Observatory in Malargue, to discuss their results and make a virtual visit to the observatory.

Support

LIP - Laboratório de Instrumentação e Física Experimental de Partículas

Pierre Auger Observatory

Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare

IPPOG - International Particle Physics Outreach Group

International Masterclasses