1st International Symposium: “From Demokritos…. to CERN” From Βeing to non-Being and Matter to anti-Matter” Venue: Archaeological Museum of Avdera Date: 17&18.5.2018 Description: This Symposium is a tribute to Democritus, hosted at his hometown; attempting to follow the evolution of the atomic theory. The story begins with Democritus single acceptance: “Nothing exists except atoms and empty space; everything else is opinion” and reaches out today’s CERN’s accomplishments. Organized by: Municipality of Avdera Co-organizer: CERN & UNESCO Chair Con-E-Ect