ALBA Synchrotron Heading Towards Its Upgrade.

ALBA Synchrotron in Spain is currently undergoing an upgrade to become ALBA II, a 4th generation facility. The upgrade will involve expanding the storage ring, adding new beamlines, and renovating existing instrumentation. ALBA II aims to enhance research capabilities in areas such as life science, energy, and information technology, while also promoting collaboration and industrial innovation. The project is scheduled to be completed by 2031, with a focus on environmental sustainability and energy efficiency. Funding for the project has been provided by the Spanish Government, the Generalitat de Catalunya, and the European Union. [Extracted from the article]