Long Night of Research 2026 at the Vienna International Centre (VIC)

On 24 April 2026, the Long Night of Research will take place at more than 250 locations across Austria, including the VIC.

Step into the CTBTO stand and see how we detect nuclear weapon test explosions worldwide.

Experience the International Monitoring System (IMS) and its round-the-clock watch using seismic, infrasound, hydroacoustic and radionuclide technologies.

Follow the data to the International Data Centre (IDC) in Vienna, where experts turn signals into clear answers about what happened and where.

Then move to the field and explore on-site inspection (OSI) tools, including a robot dog, radiation detectors, protective gear, and virtual reality scenarios.

Along the way, discover how the same science also helps track earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions.

Learn more about the Long Night of Research.

The VIC will open its doors on 24 April 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Admission is free.

To enter, visitors must bring a valid photo ID.