A Next Generation XFEL – July 2026 Documents:
This report comprises three parts, Science and Technology Case, Conceptual Design and an Options Analysis, to read the overview of these documents please click this link: Overview Document
The Science and Technology Case clearly sets out the important future opportunities and strategic need for UK science to have access to such a capability over the coming decades.
Science and Technology Case of a Next Generation XFEL
The Conceptual Design of a Next Generation XFEL details what the accelerator and facility would need to look like to meet the Next Generation XFEL definition laid out in the Science and Technology Case.
Conceptual Design of a Next Generation XFEL
The Options Analysis details possible access routes to a Next Generation XFEL for the UK.
Options Analysis for the UK of a Next Generation XFEL
UK XFEL – Previous Reports
Download the science case in full (opens in new tab), or read the 2023 refreshed overview here. (opens in new tab)
UK XFEL – Overview Slides
These slides offer a introduction to the project and an overview of the work to be done, along with some key objectives and an overview of the latest science case.
UK XFEL Project Overview (opens in new tab)
Latest Machine Design Overview (opens in new tab)
UK XFEL Science Case Overview (opens in new tab)