Atominstitute

The Atominstitute, located in Vienna, Austria, is a prominent research facility specializing in nuclear physics and quantum technologies. It houses a unique in-house nuclear reactor, the TRIGA Mark II, which serves both educational and research purposes, including training for inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Founded in the 1950s, the institute is part of the Vienna University of Technology and is notable for its contributions to various fields such as radiation physics, quantum optics, and medical radiation physics. It is also the alma mater of 2022 Nobel laureate Anton Zeilinger. The institute's location near the popular Prater park and the Danube makes it an interesting site for visitors, with over 1,000 students participating in guided tours annually.