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• Experimental Particle Physics
• Neutrino Physics
• Flavour Physics
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Professor Kevin Varvell is a faculty member in the Department of Physics at the University of Sydney. His roles include experimental particle physics research and teaching, alongside leadership in collaborative research initiatives. Education: Bachelor's degree from University of Western Australia D.Phil (PhD equivalent) from University of Oxford Research Interests: Experimental particle physics focusing on neutrino physics, B-meson flavor physics, and hadron collider physics. Active in international experiments at CERN, Fermilab, and KEK. Past Leadership: Director of the University of Sydney Node of the ARC Centre of Excellence for Particle Physics at the Terascale (CoEPP) 2011-2021 Grants & Infrastructure: 2023: ARC Discovery Project on Top-quark physics 2023: LIEF Grant for Australian collider physics infrastructure 2021: LIEF Grant for collider physics equipment Collaborations: Key member of the ATLAS Collaboration at CERN and Belle II experiment at KEK.

• Particle Physics
• High Energy Physics
• Instrumentation Development
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Richard Brenner is a Professor and Head of Department at the Department of Physics and Astronomy , Uppsala University. He is a key member of the ATLAS detector team at the CERN Large Hadron Collider (LHC) , focusing on instrumentation development and real-time data processing for dark matter detection. His work bridges semiconductor detector signals with machine learning systems , emphasizing radiation resistance in high-energy environments. Role: Head of Department of Physics and Astronomy Affiliation: Uppsala University and CERN Research Focus: Dark Matter, Higgs Boson, Particle Physics His recent 15 publications (2025) span topics like dark matter searches , Higgs boson production , vector boson fusion , and machine learning applications in data analysis. Keywords include High Energy Physics , Experimental Physics , and Quantum Interactions , with subfields such as Collider Physics , Detector Engineering , and Theoretical Modeling

Lauren TompkinsView profile

Associate Professor

• Particle Physics
• High Energy Physics
• Dark Matter Detection
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Lauren Tompkins is an Associate Professor of Physics in the School of Humanities and Sciences at Stanford University, holding appointments in the Physics Department. Her research focuses on fundamental particle interactions through participation in major international experiments including the ATLAS experiment at CERN's Large Hadron Collider, the Light Dark Matter Experiment (LDMX) at SLAC, and the Heavy Photon Search (HPS) at Jefferson Laboratory. Her research interests span particle physics , dark matter detection , and advanced trigger systems . She investigates the Higgs boson's properties, searches for evidence of dark sectors through heavy flavor fermions, and develops FPGA-based real-time processing systems for particle detectors. Her group specializes in custom electronics for high-rate collision environments, particularly focusing on identifying rare events like Higgs boson production and potential dark matter signatures. Professor Tompkins' recent publications demonstrate strong focus on dark matter searches, Higgs boson physics, and advanced computing techniques. Her work bridges experimental particle physics with cutting-edge computational methods, particularly in deep learning applications for vertex reconstruction and FPGA-based trigger systems for the High Luminosity LHC upgrade. CAREER Award, National Science Foundation (2016-2021) Terman Fellow, Stanford University (2014-2017) US ATLAS Education and Public Outreach Award (awarded to group member Rocky Bala Garg) She actively mentors doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers, currently advising Elizabeth Berzin, Noe Gonzalez, Sadaf Kadir, and Rory O'Dwyer as Doctoral Dissertation Advisor. Her group participates in multiple collaborative projects including the NSF Institute for Research and Innovation in Software for High Energy Physics (IRIS-HEP) and contributes to the development of the ACTS open source software project. The Tompkins Group maintains active research programs across three major experimental facilities in Switzerland, California, and Virginia.

• Particle Physics
• High Energy Physics
• Quantum Physics
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Professor Tara Shears is a leading academic in the field of particle physics at the University of Liverpool. Her work focuses on experimental investigations into fundamental particles and interactions, particularly through the LHCb experiment at CERN. She has held prestigious fellowships, including a Royal Society University Research Fellowship since 2000, and contributes extensively to public engagement in science. Research Interests: Her research spans high-energy particle collisions, antimatter asymmetry, Higgs boson properties, and electroweak interactions. She explores quantum chromodynamics and the Standard Model through precision measurements and rare decay observations. Article Trends: Her recent work involves experimental validation of particle decay dynamics, symmetry breaking phenomena, and cross-sectional analyses in proton-proton and heavy-ion collisions. These studies advance understanding of fundamental forces and matter-antimatter imbalance. Scientific Awards: Cavendish Prize for Physics (2005) Royal Society Merit Award (2004) Teaching: She teaches modules in Classical Mechanics (PHYS470) and Dynamics and Relativity (PHYS101), and supervises postgraduate theses on topics like top quark production and muon decay pathways. Professional Activities: She has participated in over 50 invited talks, ranging from TEDx conferences to Royal Institution lectures, and contributes to science-policy dialogue through the Royal Society’s MP Scientist pairing scheme.

Cristina Mantilla-SuarezView profile

Assistant Professor

• High Energy Physics
• Particle Physics
• Dark Matter Research
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Cristina Mantilla-Suarez is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Virginia. Her research focuses on experimental high energy physics, particularly the properties of the Higgs boson and the particle nature of dark matter. Education: Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University (2020) Her work with the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) involves studying Higgs boson self-interactions and applying Artificial Intelligence to enhance particle identification. Additionally, she explores low-cost, high-intensity accelerator beamlines for dark matter searches, such as the DarkQuest experiment, and leads the construction of the Light Dark Matter Experiment at SLAC, targeting thermal dark matter masses below the proton mass (1-500 MeV). Research Trends from her publications highlight advancements in detector technology, collider experiments, dark matter phenomenology, and AI integration for data analysis. She contributes to major collaborations like CMS and LDMX. Committees: Beitchman Summer Graduate Research Fellowship Committee, Graduate Student Admissions Committee, Outstanding Undergraduate/Graduate Student Award Committee, Colloquia and Special Lectures Committee

Andre SchöningView profile

Professor

• Particle Physics
• High-Energy Physics
• Detector Development
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Prof. Dr. Andre Schöning is a Full Professor (W3) at the Physics Institute of Heidelberg University since 2009, specializing in experimental particle physics. He serves as Co-Spokesperson of the Mu3e Collaboration and leads research in detector development and high-energy physics experiments. Research Interests: Search for the decay μ→eee with the Mu3e Experiment at PSI Development of High-Voltage Monolithic Active Pixel Sensors (HV-MAPS) Track trigger systems for ATLAS and future colliders Physics analysis with ATLAS and historical H1 experiment data Wireless data transmission technologies for particle detectors His recent publications demonstrate strong focus on detector technology development, particularly for muon experiments and high-rate tracking systems, alongside significant contributions to Standard Model physics measurements at the LHC. The research spans both hardware development and sophisticated data analysis techniques. Scientific Recognition: CERN Fellowship (1997-1999) University of Hamburg dissertation award (1997) Association of the Friends and Sponsors of DESY dissertation award (1997) Prof. Schöning has secured substantial research funding from DFG and BMBF from 2009-2025, including leadership of the DFG Research Unit on Lepton Flavor Violation with Mu3e. He maintains active collaborations including WADAPT, Mu3e, ATLAS, and the long-standing H1 collaboration. His research group operates within the High-Energy Physics division of Heidelberg's Physics Institute, working on cutting-edge detector systems for current and future particle physics experiments, with particular emphasis on precision measurements requiring novel detector technologies.

Enrico RossiView profile

Professor

• Condensed Matter Theory
• Theoretical Physics
• Superconductivity
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Enrico Rossi is a Professor of Physics at the College of William & Mary, affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on condensed matter theory with particular emphasis on superconductivity, quantum materials, and topological insulators. He has contributed to pioneering studies on Josephson junctions, quantum Hall effects, and topological phase transitions. His work often intersects with experimental collaborations, including contributions to the ATLAS detector at CERN. Education: Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin, 2005. Research Interests: Rossi’s research spans theoretical and experimental condensed matter physics, with recent emphases on superconducting diode effects in Dirac semimetals, quantum geometry in materials, and detector technology for particle physics. His studies on epitaxial heterostructures and Josephson junctions explore novel phenomena in low-dimensional systems. Publications Trends: Recent articles highlight advancements in superfluid dynamics, quantum transport in topological materials, and detector characterization for high-energy physics. Collaborations with the ATLAS experiment reflect his dual expertise in theoretical and applied physics. Awards & Grants: No awards explicitly listed, but his extensive publication record suggests recognition in his field. Active in interdisciplinary projects involving quantum materials and detector innovation. Labs & Teams: Engaged with the ATLAS collaboration and William & Mary’s condensed matter theory group, contributing to experimental setups and computational modeling of quantum systems.

• Gravitational Physics
• General Relativity
• Gravitational-Wave Astrophysics
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Alessandra Buonanno is a Research Professor at the University of Maryland, College Park, and Director at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) in Potsdam. Her primary affiliation is with the Department of Physics at UMD, and she holds honorary professorships at Humboldt University and Potsdam University. She leads the Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity department at the Max Planck Institute. Education: PhD in Physics from the University of Pisa (1996), following a Master's in Physics (Laurea, 1993). Postdoctoral work included stints at the Institut des Hautes Études Scientifiques (France), Caltech, and CNRS institutes in Paris. Research focuses on gravitational physics, including theoretical and phenomenological aspects of gravitational waves, general relativity, and astrophysical applications. She contributed to the LIGO Scientific Collaboration's groundbreaking detection of gravitational waves, earning numerous accolades such as the Balzan Prize (2021), Dirac Medal (2021), and Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Prize (2018). Publications emphasize high-field superconducting magnets for particle colliders, quantum gravity, and gravitational wave modeling. She leads projects like the Muon Collider's magnet design and coordinates international collaborations in particle physics and cosmology. Awards include the European Research Council's Synergy Grant (2024), Oskar Klein Medal (2023), and membership in prestigious academies like the US National Academy of Sciences and Leopoldina. Service roles include roles on the Kavli Prize Committee, the LISA Consortium Board, and the European Space Agency's Voyage 2050 committee. She is a Principal Investigator for the LIGO collaboration and actively contributes to advancing quantum-resistant cryptography and superconducting technologies.

Tejinder Singh VirdeeView profile

Professor

• Particle Physics
• Experimental High Energy Physics
• Higgs Boson Physics
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Sir Tejinder Singh Virdee FRS is a Kenyan-born British experimental particle physicist and Professor of Physics at Imperial College London. He is renowned as one of the founding fathers of the Compact Muon Solenoid (CMS) experiment at CERN's Large Hadron Collider, having originated its concept in 1990 and serving as its project leader (Spokesperson) from 2007-2010. Education: B.Sc. in Physics, Queen Mary College, University of London (1974) Ph.D. in Physics, Imperial College London (1979) Research Interests: Sir Tejinder's research spans experimental high energy physics, with particular focus on particle detector development, calorimetry techniques, and the search for new physics at the TeV scale. His work has been instrumental in the discovery of the Higgs boson through the CMS experiment at the LHC. His research contributions include pioneering work on lead tungstate scintillating crystals for the CMS electromagnetic calorimeter, innovative light collection techniques for hadron calorimetry, and leadership in the design and construction of one of the most complex scientific instruments ever built. Scientific Awards: Royal Medal (2024) - Royal Society Panofsky Prize (2017) - American Physical Society Glazebrook Medal and Prize (2015) - Institute of Physics Special Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics (2013) European Physical Society High Energy Physics Prize (2013) Chadwick Medal and Prize (2009) - Institute of Physics Knight Bachelor (2014) - Queen's Birthday Honours Leadership and Outreach: Beyond his scientific achievements, Sir Tejinder has served on numerous international scientific advisory committees and is actively involved in promoting science education, particularly in Africa and India. He has delivered numerous keynote lectures and public talks worldwide, including the Schrödinger Lecture and Peter Lindsay Lectures at Imperial College. He currently leads efforts to upgrade the CMS detector for the High-Luminosity LHC era, focusing on novel silicon-based calorimeter technologies to achieve unprecedented precision in particle measurements.

• nuclear physics
• bound states of the eta meson
• kaon atoms
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Dr. hab. Magdalena Skurzok is an Associate Professor at Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Poland, affiliated with the Faculty of Physics, Astronomy and Applied Computer Science. She conducts research in nuclear physics with a focus on exotic nuclear matter, particularly mesic nuclei and mesonic atoms. Her work bridges fundamental particle physics with practical medical applications through advanced detector systems including the J-PET scanner and SIDDHARTA-2 apparatus. Her educational background includes: Habilitation thesis: "Investigation of exotic nuclear matter in the form of mesic nuclei and mesonic atoms" (2024) Doctoral thesis: "Search for eta-mesic helium via dd -> 3Henpi0 reaction by means of the WASA-at-COSY facility" (2016) Diploma thesis: "Feasibility study of eta-mesic nuclei production by means of the WASA-at-COSY and COSY-TOF facilities" (2010) Dr. Skurzok's research primarily focuses on nuclear physics, particularly the investigation of exotic nuclear matter in the form of mesic nuclei and mesonic atoms. Her work explores the bound states of the eta meson with light atomic nuclei and kaon atoms, contributing to our understanding of strong interactions in nuclear systems. She is also involved in PET tomography research, developing novel imaging techniques with applications in medical diagnostics. Her experimental work utilizes advanced detector systems including the J-PET scanner and the SIDDHARTA-2 apparatus at the DAFNE collider. Analysis of Dr. Skurzok's recent publications reveals a strong focus on kaonic atoms research, precision X-ray spectroscopy, and PET imaging technology development. Her work bridges fundamental nuclear physics with practical medical applications, particularly in brain imaging and cancer diagnostics. The interdisciplinary nature of her research connects particle physics, nuclear spectroscopy, and medical imaging technologies. Dr. Skurzok is actively involved in several major research collaborations: SIDDHARTA-2 experiment at DAFNE collider for kaonic atoms research J-PET collaboration developing novel PET imaging technology AMADEUS experiment investigating low-energy K- interactions with nuclei WASA-at-COSY facility for mesic nuclei research Her laboratory work primarily involves the SIDDHARTA-2 apparatus for X-ray spectroscopy of kaonic atoms and the J-PET scanner for positron emission tomography. These advanced detector systems enable precision measurements of exotic nuclear phenomena and innovative medical imaging applications. Dr. Skurzok's research group collaborates extensively with international institutions including CERN, GSI, and various European research centers.

Matteo TamburiniView profile

Researcher

• Quantum Plasma Physics
• Strong-Field Quantum Electrodynamics (QED)
• High-Intensity Laser Physics
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Matteo Tamburini is a Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Nuclear Physics (MPIK) in Heidelberg, leading the Extreme Field Quantum Plasma Dynamics and Relativistic Laboratory Astrophysics group. He also serves as a Lecturer at the International Max Planck Research School in Quantum Dynamics (IMPRS-QD). His academic journey includes a PhD in Physics from the University of Pisa, Italy, and postdoctoral research at MPIK. Research Interests: Tamburini specializes in quantum plasma dynamics, strong-field quantum electrodynamics (QED), and high-intensity laser-plasma interactions. He focuses on topics such as radiation reaction effects, relativistic astrophysical simulations, and the generation of ultra-high energy particles and gamma-ray bursts. His work bridges theoretical modeling with experimental validation at facilities like FACET-II (SLAC), Gemini (UK), and DESY. Experimental Contributions: Key projects include devising experiments to probe quantum radiation reaction (E-332, E-320, E-305), developing the SFQEDtoolkit for QED simulations, and advancing polarized laser-wakefield acceleration. His research often involves close collaboration with international teams and leverages cutting-edge facilities like the Gemini laser and FACET-II. Awards & Service: Tamburini is recognized as an IOP trusted reviewer for peer review excellence. He organizes the Seminar Theoretical Quantum Dynamics and contributes to reviewing for journals like Physical Review Letters and Nature Physics. He has secured significant funding, including a 4-year scholarship for student Michael Quin. Lab/Teams: Leads the Extreme Field Group at MPIK, focusing on advancing understanding of quantum plasma phenomena and relativistic astrophysical processes through theoretical and computational approaches.

Bernd SurrowView profile

Professor

• High-Energy Nuclear Physics
• Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD)
• Electroweak Physics
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Bernd Surrow is the Laura H. Carnell Professor of Physics at Temple University, leading research in high-energy nuclear physics and particle detector development. His work focuses on proton structure, Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD), and electroweak interactions through experiments at CERN, RHIC, and HERA. He is a key contributor to the future Electron-Ion Collider (EIC) project and has pioneered advanced detector technologies like micro-pattern gas detectors. Surrow holds a PhD from the University of Hamburg and multiple degrees from Temple University’s Fox School of Business, reflecting his interdisciplinary expertise. Education Highlights: Ph.D. in Physics, University of Hamburg (1998) Masters in Physics, Stony Brook University (1993) M.S. Business Analytics & MBA (Finance), Temple University Fox School of Business (2022-2023) Research Interests: Surrow’s experimental program examines fundamental QCD phenomena using high-energy colliders. Key areas include: Proton spin/mass distribution via jet and W/Z boson production Low-x physics and Color-Dipole models Heavy-ion collisions at RHIC (STAR experiment) Detector development for EIC and LHC Awards & Recognition: APS Fellow (2019) Goldhaber Distinguished Fellowship (2002-2003) Multiple Temple University teaching/awards Collaborations: Surrow leads international teams on STAR, ZEUS, and EIC projects, emphasizing synergy between theory and experiment to decode proton substructure and QCD dynamics.

• Particle Physics
• Dark Matter
• Supersymmetry
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Dr. Anwar Bhatti is a Research Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Maryland, affiliated with the CMS collaboration at CERN's LHC and the LZ Dark Matter Experiment. His research focuses on fundamental particle physics, including searches for dark matter, supersymmetry, and Higgs boson properties. He has contributed to experiments at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), Fermilab's CDF collaboration, and the Sanford Underground Research Facility. Dr. Bhatti also served as a program manager in the U.S. Department of Energy's High Energy Physics Office, overseeing projects like the LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) experiment, the Axion Dark Matter eXperiment (ADMX), and cosmic frontier initiatives. His work spans detector development, data analysis, and program management in high-energy physics, with expertise in liquid xenon technology and low-background experiments. He teaches introductory physics laboratory courses, emphasizing experimental techniques and data analysis for undergraduate students. Research Interests: Dr. Bhatti's work revolves around uncovering the nature of dark matter through direct detection experiments (e.g., LZ) and collider searches for supersymmetric particles. He investigates Higgs boson properties, explores models of extra dimensions, and analyzes data from the CDF and CMS detectors. His contributions to the DOE included managing projects like the South Pole Telescope (SPT-3G) and Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope, fostering international collaborations in cosmic frontier research. His technical expertise includes detector calibration, data acquisition systems, and background modeling for rare event searches. Key Projects: LZ experiment (dark matter detection), CMS collaboration (LHC physics), CDF top quark studies, DOE program management (ADMX, PICO-60), and teaching experimental physics laboratories.

Salvatore RappoccioView profile

Professor

• High Energy Experiment
• Particle Physics
• Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD)
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Salvatore Rappoccio is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University at Buffalo, part of the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on high-energy particle physics experiments, particularly within the Compact Muon Solenoid (CMS) collaboration at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC). He explores solutions to the hierarchy problem, investigates boosted jets and top quark physics, and examines quantum chromodynamics (QCD) through jet substructure analysis. Education: BS in Physics, Boston University (2000) PhD in Physics, Harvard University (2005) Postdoctoral Research at Johns Hopkins University (2007–2012) Research Interests: Dr. Rappoccio’s work addresses the mass discrepancy between the Higgs boson and Planck scale, leveraging LHC collisions (up to 13 TeV) to study particles like the Higgs, top quark, and W/Z bosons. He specializes in boosted hadronic particles, jet substructure, and QCD dynamics within collider environments, particularly focusing on novel physics beyond the Standard Model. Awards: CMS LHC Physics Center Distinguished Researcher Award (2015) European Physical Society High Energy and Particle Physics Prize (2013) – Recognizing the Higgs boson discovery Research & Grants: His work involves analyzing proton-proton collision data to search for new physics phenomena, including heavy resonances, vector-like quarks, and top quark partners. He contributes to CMS detector development, particularly silicon pixel tracking systems. Labs/Teams: Active in the CMS Collaboration, focusing on jet physics and LHC-based experiments.

• Theoretical Particle Physics
• Dark Matter
• Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD)
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Karol Kovařík is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Theoretical Physics of the University of Münster , Germany. He supervises bachelor and master theses in theoretical particle physics and is actively involved in research projects focusing on dark matter phenomenology and proton structure studies. Research Interests: His work centers on higher-order quantum chromodynamics (QCD) corrections in supersymmetric extensions of the Standard Model, particularly for dark matter detection and relic density predictions. He also investigates nuclear parton distribution functions (nPDFs) within the CTEQ collaboration, essential for understanding proton structure in nuclear collisions at facilities like the LHC. Publications: His research includes seminal contributions to SUSY-QCD corrections for dark matter annihilation processes and precision studies of nuclear PDFs. These works bridge theoretical calculations with experimental constraints from collider experiments. Collaborations: As a member of the CTEQ collaboration, he integrates theoretical and experimental efforts to refine proton/nuclear structure models used in high-energy physics predictions.