X-ray Free Electron Lasers
XFELs can access new spatial and temporal scales, opening exciting possibilities for various areas of science. But making XFEL science routine is challenging. New detectors are needed and the management and analysis of the huge volumes of data produced by high repetition facilities is difficult. User accessibility needs to broadened both in terms of numbers and expertise required to run experiments and facilities need to cater for the varied needs of different user communities. To fully exploit the potential of XFELs, users and beam scientists need to undergo a cultural change and rethink future experiments and the operation of these facilities.
