As part of its long-term vision, the ILL Science Strategy builds on the improvements made to the instrument suite through the Endurance programme to further strengthen our scientific programme, expand our user community, and address major societal challenges. This strategy provides a roadmap for scientific development over the next decade, guiding resource allocation, reinforcing ILL’s role in European science and innovation, and supporting political decisions on the future European neutron landscape.

A key component of this strategy is the creation of Science Hubs, designed to consolidate existing strengths while fostering new areas of research with societal impact. These hubs will serve as centres of scientific expertise, supporting the user community, enhancing internal collaboration, and strengthening industry connections. The first Science Hub, dedicated to Li-ion battery research, will play a pivotal role in advancing this field through neutron-based investigations, facilitating high-quality scientific output, and expanding engagement with both academic and industrial partners.