TIMEPIX@school is a new initiative supported through the CERN & Society Foundation that will bring Timepix-based detectors, developed by the CERN Medipix2 Collaboration, into classrooms across the world. Following the success of a few pilot initiatives, a coordinated project will be launched for the first time in the academic year 2026–2027 and is estimated to reach 20.000 students by 2030. Particular emphasis will be placed on reaching schools in underserved and underrepresented communities, and engaging female students.

By giving students hands-on experience with the same technology used in high-energy physics, medicine, aerospace, and art, TIMEPIX@school aims to bridge the gap between the physics that is taught in school and everyday life, showcasing how science contributes to real-world societal challenges. By making science more accessible and relatable, the project will hopefully inspire a broader range of students to pursue STEM pathways, helping nurture a more diverse and inclusive STEM workforce.

At the same time, TIMEPIX@school will contribute to teachers’ professional development by offering them opportunities to diversify their teaching practice, strengthen their confidence in teaching modern physics, and deepen their subject knowledge.