Geel is one of the six scientific sites of the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre.
Since 1960, the JRC facility in Geel brings together multi-disciplinary expertise for developing new measurement methods and tools such as reference materials. It promotes standardisation and harmonisation across the European Union to stimulate innovation and protect consumers and citizens.
The JRC in Geel counts about 280 people working on
- Biotechnology
- Food and feed safety
- Food fraud detection
- Healthcare, nanotechnology
- Nuclear safety and security
- Digital health
- Reference materials
- Threat detection and standards for security
- Counter drone
- Aviation security
- European Guidelines and Quality Assurance Schemes for Cancer Screening, Diagnosis and Care
The Geel site also hosts staff from three JRC Knowledge Production Directorates
- Directorate responsible for Health and Food
- Directorate for Societal Resilience and Security
- Directorate for Nuclear Safety & Security
Information for newcomers
The guide 'Soon in Geel' gives newcomers and their families detailed information on what to expect when moving to Geel.
How to reach JRC in Geel
The JRC in Geel is located 7 km outside the town of Geel. To travel to the JRC, Geel, the most convenient airport is Brussels airport in Zaventem. Geel can be reached by train from Brussels, Antwerp, Eindhoven and Liege. Transport from the railway station to the JRC Geel site can be arranged beforehand by calling a Belbus.