A new photography book provides an in-depth look at one of the highest-profile research insti- tutes in the world
The CERN research center and its particle accelerator are world-famous. Here, scientists look for answers to humankind’s big questions. Now, a book of vivid photographs by the Swiss photographer Andri Pol, Inside CERN, allows readers to witness events that actually occur. Editor and publisher Lars Müller explains that the idea behind the title was to present scientific sites that are normally hidden to public view.
 
This led to a book, which, like an ethnological study, provides insights into the microcosm of the international research community at CERN. With a discerning sense for situations and details, Pol allows readers to experience the special atmosphere of the place. One can see that com- plex, significant things are dealt with, that procedures are elaborate, discussions intense—and yet Pol always manages to reveal, in subtle ways, the humorous, creative, and human moments.
 
Beyond these insights, the text by author Peter Stamm ensures that we will learn more about the center. He visited CERN several times, making his own picture of the place, and talking to em- ployees about their work, their ideas, and inspirations. The result is a meticulous portrait of the people involved in top-level research, which is also surprisingly entertaining and diverting, con- sidering the theme. So the book is not only for people who are already interested in physics. It has the potential to excite people who normally circumvent the natural sciences. Anyone who would like to know what moves people to hunt for the smallest and largest things in the universe will want to take a look at this book.
Archisearch - (c) Andri Pol(C) ANDRI POL
Archisearch - (c) Andri Pol(C) ANDRI POL
Archisearch - (c) Andri Pol(C) ANDRI POL

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