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Giles BarrView profile

Professor

• Experimental Particle Physics
• Neutrino Physics
• CP Violation
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Professor Giles Barr is a Professor of Physics at the University of Oxford and Tutorial Fellow in Physics at Magdalen College. He works within the Department of Physics, specifically in the Particle Physics sub-department, and is affiliated with the Accelerator Neutrinos research group. His office is located in the Denys Wilkinson Building, room 664a. Dr. Barr completed both his first degree and doctorate at Oxford before spending 12 years at CERN, the European Organization for Particle Physics Research in Geneva. He then returned to Oxford as a lecturer and has since advanced to his current professorial position. Professor Barr's primary research interests are in experimental particle physics, with a particular focus on neutrino physics and CP violation phenomena. His work spans both theoretical calculations and experimental implementations, contributing significantly to our understanding of fundamental particle interactions. His research has evolved from early work on kaon CP violation experiments (NA31 and NA48) at CERN to current leadership roles in major neutrino oscillation experiments including MINOS and the T2K experiment that sends neutrinos from Tokai, Japan to the Super-Kamiokande detector. His publication record demonstrates expertise across neutrino detection technology, data analysis techniques, and theoretical interpretations, with recent work focusing on the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) and improving our understanding of neutrino properties that could reveal CP violation in the neutrino sector. Professor Barr has made substantial contributions to the field through his extensive publication record, with over 100 journal publications in physics. His work often involves large international collaborations, as evidenced by the lengthy author lists on his recent papers. In addition to his research, Professor Barr is actively involved in teaching, providing college tutorials for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year Physics degree courses, lecturing for the 4th year particle physics option, and organizing the 3rd year practical laboratory on Nuclear and Particle Physics.

• Fluid Mechanics
• Heat Transfer
• Experimental Fluid Dynamics
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Pierre Valiorgue is a Lecturer in the Department of Mechanics at Claude Bernard University Lyon 1, affiliated with the Fluid Mechanics and Acoustics Laboratory (LMFA - UMR 5509) in Lyon, France. His office is located in the Omega Building on the 2nd floor at 43 bvd du 11 novembre 1918, 69622 Villeurbanne cedex. Dr. Valiorgue's research focuses on experimental fluid mechanics with particular emphasis on heat transfer phenomena, microchannel flows, and measurement techniques. His work spans several specific areas including synthetic jet impingement, two-phase flow in microchannels, and pressure measurement using advanced visualization techniques like Particle Image Velocimetry. His methodological approach emphasizes experimental techniques that allow for detailed characterization of complex fluid phenomena without disrupting the flow. His publication record shows a consistent focus on experimental approaches to understanding complex fluid dynamics phenomena, particularly in the context of heat transfer applications and microscale fluid systems. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in Particle Image Velocimetry applications, microchannel flow measurement, and synthetic jet heat transfer mechanisms. Dr. Valiorgue has successfully advised several students including Bastian Löhrer, Roumaissa Hassaini, and Dimitri Mutschler. His collaborative work extends across international institutions including Trinity College Dublin, Purdue University, and Technical University Dresden. His research has resulted in both academic publications and practical applications, including a patent for an impedance-based gas detector for microchannels developed during his collaboration with Purdue University's Cooling Technologies Research Center.

Bryce LittlejohnView profile

Associate Professor

• Experimental Nuclear Physics
• Experimental Particle Physics
• Neutrino Physics
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Bryce Littlejohn is an Associate Professor of Physics at Illinois Institute of Technology, affiliated with the Lewis College of Science and Letters. His research focuses on experimental nuclear and particle physics, with a particular emphasis on neutrino physics and radiation detector development. Dr. Littlejohn's educational background includes a Ph.D. and M.S. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a B.S. from Principia College. His expertise spans experimental neutrino physics, nuclear reactor physics, and applied neutrino physics for nuclear non-proliferation. His research interests center on neutrino detection and properties, with significant contributions to reactor neutrino experiments. Littlejohn is actively involved in major projects including the Fermilab Short-Baseline Neutrino Program, PROSPECT, and the Daya Bay Reactor Neutrino Experiment. His work has implications for fundamental particle physics as well as practical applications in nuclear non-proliferation monitoring. Dr. Littlejohn's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on reactor neutrino measurements, detector development for liquid argon time projection chambers, and searches for physics beyond the Standard Model. His work spans both theoretical interpretation of neutrino data and practical detector engineering challenges. 2019 IIT Excellence in Teaching Award, College of Science 2018 IIT College of Science Dean's Award for Junior Research 2015 Laureate, Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics 2008 NSF East Asia and Pacific Summer Institute (EAPSI) Fellowship Dr. Littlejohn serves in various professional capacities including as a 2021 High Energy Physics Snowmass Community Planning Exercise: Neutrino Sub-Group Convener, instructor at the 2019 International Neutrino Summer School at Fermilab, and as a grant panel reviewer for the DOE Office of Science since 2016. He has been frequently quoted in press articles in Gizmodo, Physics Magazine, WTTW, and other Chicago-area publications regarding neutrino physics developments. He maintains active collaborations with major neutrino experiments worldwide and has contributed to significant findings in reactor neutrino physics, including commentary on the resolution of the "reactor antineutrino anomaly" as reported in Science magazine in January 2023.

Jonathan ChisumView profile

Associate Professor

• Millimeter-Wave Technology
• Antenna Design
• Wireless Communications
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Jonathan Chisum is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the University of Notre Dame's College of Engineering. His research focuses on developing advanced millimeter-wave (MMW) circuit and antenna systems for wireless communications and sensing, leveraging cutting-edge materials and technologies to achieve unprecedented performance and functionality. MMW artificial materials/metamaterials for GRIN lens antennas in satcom and 5G networks Phase-change materials for programmable antennas and circuits Nonlinear microwave/magnetic transceivers and sensors for low-power applications He has contributed to hybrid optimization workflows for lens design, 3D-printed GRIN lenses, and energy-efficient wireless solutions. His work has been recognized through awards such as the ONR Senior Research Fellow designation. ONR Senior Research Fellow

Jan GrimmView profile

Professor

• Cancer Diagnostics
• Nanotechnology
• Molecular Imaging
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Jan Grimm, MD, PhD, is a Professor at the Gerstner Sloan Kettering Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and leads the Jan Grimm Lab within the Molecular Pharmacology Program at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC). His research integrates nanotechnology, chemistry, and physics to develop innovative cancer diagnostics and therapies, with a focus on prostate cancer through Prostate-Specific Membrane Antigen (PSMA) targeting and Cerenkov/optoacoustic imaging modalities. MD, University of Hamburg (Germany) PhD, University of Kiel (Germany) Affiliated with: Department of Radiology, Molecular Pharmacology Program, Center for Molecular Imaging & Bioengineering Research interests span biomedical imaging , nanoparticle-based diagnostics , and PSMA biology in prostate cancer and tumor neovasculature. His lab pioneers activatable imaging agents that respond to disease-specific conditions like enzymatic activity or low pH, alongside developing theranostic particles for combined imaging and therapy. Recent publications highlight advancements in Cherenkov tomography , optoacoustic imaging , and PSMA-targeted radiotracers . Trends include multimodal imaging systems and non-mammalian disease models like caterpillars for reducing rodent use in research. 2014 - NIH Nagy New Investigator Award 2018 - American Society for Clinical Investigation (ASCI) Member Current and former lab members include graduate students from Cornell Pharmacology, CCNY, and Hunter College, along with postdoctoral researchers and research fellows. Grants and collaborations emphasize clinical translation of nanotechnology , radiotracer development , and imaging instrumentation innovation .

Mario StipčevićView profile

Professor

• Quantum optics
• Quantum information
• Quantum communication
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Mario Stipčević is a senior scientist at the Ruđer Bošković Institute (RBI) in Zagreb, Croatia, where he heads the Photonics and Quantum Optics Laboratory within the Division of Experimental Physics. Holding the Croatian rank of scientific advisor in permanent position —equivalent to full professor—he has led national and international research efforts spanning quantum optics, quantum-information science, and high-energy neutrino physics. Education 2011–2012: Visiting Specialization in Experimental Quantum Information, University of California, Santa Barbara, USA 2010–2011: Fulbright Scholar, Experimental Quantum Information, University of California, Santa Barbara, USA 1994: PhD in Particle Physics, Université de Savoie, Chambéry, France 1991: BSc in Theoretical Nuclear Physics, Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb Research Interests His work focuses on quantum communication , quantum randomness , single-photon detection , quantum key distribution , and quantum holography . Early in his career he contributed to neutrino oscillation experiments (NOMAD, OPERA) and calorimetry R&D for the LHC. Scientific Awards Fulbright Scholarship (2010–2011) Golden Medal ARCA 2005, Zagreb International Autumn Fair Golden Medal, Salon International de Inventions, Geneva 2005 Young Investigator Award, Ministry of Science and Technology, Croatia (1998) Projects & Leadership Since 2014 he has been Head of the Photonics and Quantum Optics Research Unit at the RBI Centre of Excellence for Advanced Materials and Sensing Devices. Earlier projects include the Croatian Ministry of Science grant Experiments in Quantum Communication and Quantum Information (2007–2014) and World-Bank-funded development of a Quantum Random Bit Generator (2004–2005). Laboratory & Teams At RBI he directs the Photonics and Quantum Optics Laboratory , a multi-disciplinary group developing photon-counting detectors, entangled-photon sources, and quantum-network testbeds. The lab participates in European initiatives such as the European Quantum Internet Alliance and the ESSnuSB neutrino super-beam design study .

Daniël PijnappelsView profile

Professor

• Cardiac Electrophysiology
• Biomedical Engineering
• Arrhythmia Research
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Daniël Pijnappels is Professor of Cellular Electrophysiology at Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) and heads the Experimental Cardiology Laboratory there. He also holds a Medical Delta Professorship at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) of Delft University of Technology, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to cardiovascular research. Research Focus Cardiac electrophysiology, particularly light-sensitive ion channels and optogenetic applications in heart tissue Development of implantable bioelectronic systems for arrhythmia correction Integration of biology, physics, and engineering for heart self-regulation Pioneering self-defibrillating heart tissue through detector-effector technology Collaborative Innovation Co-developed first implantable LED technology with GuoQi Zhang (Delft University of Technology) Founded a multidisciplinary research environment with physicists, engineers, and physicians Advocates for cross-institutional collaboration in medical technology Educational Contributions Mentors early-career researchers in interdisciplinary methodologies Develops educational animations for complex cardiovascular concepts Promotes integrated learning between biological and technical sciences

Manuel Bandala SanchezView profile

Research Fellow

• Nuclear Instrumentation
• Digital Twin Technology
• Embedded Systems
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Dr. Manuel Bandala Sanchez is a Senior Research Associate at the School of Engineering, Lancaster University , specializing in condition monitoring and control. His work bridges nuclear instrumentation, digital twin methodologies, and embedded systems development. PhD in Microsystems & Sensors (2004) Recipient of CONACYT scholarship and A7 Engineering sponsorship Current focus on Digital Twin solutions for nuclear manufacturing His research spans nuclear engineering , sensor design , and fast electronics , with notable contributions to uranium conversion processes , pipe inspection robotics , and aircraft obstacle detection systems . Recent projects include embedded systems for fuel poverty mitigation (SR-IUK-10049123, £80K) and commercialized gamma/neutron detectors for Hybrid Instruments Ltd. Scientific awards and recognitions: Mexican National Council for Science and Technology Full Scholarship (2004) A7 Engineering Inc. Research Sponsorship Program Manuel holds a PhD and maintains active collaborations with industry partners. His work emphasizes translating advanced sensor technologies into practical applications across nuclear, energy, and aerospace sectors.

• Nuclear Physics
• Weak Interactions
• Beta Decay
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Natalis Severijns is a full professor at KU Leuven within the Faculty of Sciences, specifically affiliated with the Department of Physics and Astronomy and the Nuclear and Radiation Physics (IKS) research unit. He serves as chair of the Faculty Working Group on Sustainability and holds multiple positions including member of the Sustainability Council, observer of several Program and Organization Committees (POCs), and member of various faculty councils. His research focuses on low-energy weak interactions, nuclear beta decay, free neutron decay, nuclear structure, magnetic moments, and nuclear orientation. Severijns leads precision tests of the Standard Model at low energies, studying the properties and symmetry of weak interactions through detailed measurements of beta decay spectra and other nuclear phenomena. His work combines theoretical frameworks with advanced experimental techniques to probe fundamental physics. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on precision measurements in fundamental physics, particularly in neutron physics, magnetic field applications, and weak interaction studies. The research spans from detector development to fundamental symmetry tests, with significant contributions to the n2EDM experiment and studies of beta decay processes. Severijns actively supervises graduate students, with recent theses focusing on beta decay spectrum measurements. His research program includes multiple ongoing projects funded through KU Leuven and international collaborations, particularly with CERN facilities like ISOLDE. He leads the Low Energy Weak Interactions Group and the Core Orientation Group, maintaining strong connections with international research facilities including CERN, PSI, and GANIL. His work bridges nuclear physics with fundamental particle physics, contributing to our understanding of the Standard Model and potential physics beyond it.

Luca CaucciView profile

Researcher

• Medical Imaging
• Optical Sciences
• Biomedical Imaging
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Luca Caucci is an Assistant Research Professor in Medical Imaging at the University of Arizona, affiliated with the Arizona Health Sciences Center (AHSC). His research integrates optical sciences and computational imaging to advance medical imaging technologies, particularly in nuclear medicine and 3D imaging . He has pioneered methods for photon-processing detectors and stochastic modeling in oncology and virology. Research Trends: His publications focus on positron emission tomography (PET) , machine learning for image reconstruction , and radiance sensor development . Key themes include GPU acceleration , list-mode data processing , and statistical decision theory in biomedical imaging. His work addresses challenges in 3D imaging , noise reduction , and task performance optimization . Collaborative Efforts: While the text does not explicitly mention lab teams or grants, his contributions to FastSPECT III calibration and alpha/beta emission tomography suggest active involvement in interdisciplinary projects bridging optical engineering and medical diagnostics .

Adrienne Means-ChristensenView profile

Assistant Clinical Professor

• Clinical Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Mental Health Screening
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Adrienne Means-Christensen is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Psychological Services Center within Virginia Tech. She teaches courses in developmental psychology, personality, social psychology, health psychology, and clinical practicum, with a focus on ethics and clinical assessment in primary care settings. Education Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Texas A&M University (2000) M.A. in Psychology, California State University, Long Beach (1993) B.A. in Psychology, University of California, Irvine (1990) Her research examines the interplay between anxiety disorders , depression , and physical health in primary care populations, with particular emphasis on screening instruments like the Anxiety and Depression Detector and OASIS. She has investigated psychosocial factors in chronic pain, treatment adherence, and trauma-related health outcomes. Her clinical work spans health psychology, ethics, and assessment tools for mixed anxiety-depressive disorders in primary care. She has contributed to studies on diagnostic accuracy, quality of care, and implementation of evidence-based practices in real-world settings.

Michael JohnstonView profile

Professor

• Semiconductor Physics
• Solar Cells
• Ultrafast Optics
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Michael Johnston is Professor of Physics at the University of Oxford's Department of Physics and a Fellow of Corpus Christi College since 2002. He leads a research group focused on high-frequency semiconductor devices, semiconductor charge dynamics, and spectroscopy, bridging fundamental physics with real-world applications in terahertz technology, semiconductor nanostructures, and perovskite optoelectronics. His educational background includes a PhD in Physics from the University of New South Wales (Sydney, Australia), where he researched electron behavior in quantum-confined systems. Prior to Oxford, he established a terahertz spectroscopy research program at the Cavendish Laboratory, University of Cambridge (1999-2002). Professor Johnston's research centers on charge dynamics in semiconductors and light-matter interactions , with three core thrusts: Terahertz Science : Developing instrumentation and theories for terahertz spectroscopy, radiation emission, and ultrafast modulation using semiconductor nanostructures Semiconductor Nanostructures : Investigating electron dynamics to create novel photonic devices like single nanowire terahertz detectors with picosecond switching Perovskite Optoelectronics : Pioneering vapor deposition methods for metal halide perovskites enabling efficient planar heterojunction solar cells His publication record (2002-2020) demonstrates consistent innovation in terahertz device engineering and perovskite solar cell technology, with high-impact contributions across fundamental charge-carrier dynamics, nanoscale device fabrication, and industrial-scale material processing for clean energy applications. His scientific excellence is recognized through: Harrie Massey Medal Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Research Award IUMRS Somiya Award Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher status Professor Johnston actively mentors students through undergraduate physics tutoring at Corpus Christi College (covering Electromagnetism, Quantum Mechanics, and Condensed Matter Physics) while leading his research group. His key contributions include inventing single-nanowire terahertz detectors, ultrafast terahertz modulators, and vapor deposition techniques critical for industrial perovskite solar cell production. He directs Oxford's Terahertz Physics research group (www-thz.physics.ox.ac.uk), which integrates experimental and theoretical approaches to semiconductor charge dynamics, with strong industry connections for translating fundamental discoveries into photonic devices and solar energy solutions.

• Particle Physics
• High Energy Physics
• Meson Physics
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Camille A Normand serves as a Senior Research Associate in the School of Physics at the University of Bristol, actively contributing to the LHCb Collaboration at CERN. Holding MSc and BSc qualifications, Normand specializes in experimental particle physics with emphasis on beauty and charm hadron decays. Educational background includes: BSc MSc Research focuses on meson physics (100% fingerprint match), hadron physics (25%), and Standard Model validation through precision measurements. Key investigations involve amplitude analyses of B meson decays, photon polarization in rare b→sγ transitions, and long-lived particle reconstruction techniques. This work targets deviations from Standard Model predictions to uncover new physics phenomena. Analysis of 2025 publications reveals concentrated efforts on B physics within LHCb, particularly rare decay channels and precision measurements leveraging advanced statistical methods. Research trends show increasing emphasis on final-state engineering (50%) and collected data optimization (56%) for enhanced sensitivity to new physics. Normand operates within the University of Bristol's particle physics group, which develops detector systems and analysis frameworks for the LHCb experiment. The team focuses on flavor physics to probe fundamental symmetries and potential beyond-Standard-Model physics through high-precision quark studies.

Jan C. BernauerView profile

Associate Professor

• Nuclear Physics
• Particle Physics
• Experimental Physics
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Bernauer is an active Associate Professor at Stony Brook University since September 2024, previously serving as Assistant Professor (2018-2024) with a joint appointment at Riken BNL Research Center until 2023. He concurrently holds a Research Scientist position at MIT since 2014. Education: Ph.D. in Nuclear Physics, Johannes Gutenberg-University, Mainz, Germany (2005-2010) Diplom Physik, Johannes Gutenberg-University, Mainz, Germany His research focuses on experimental nuclear physics through precision electron scattering experiments, particularly proton structure investigations using muon/electron beams. Key projects include MUSE (as software coordinator), DarkLight (PI of phase 1C), TPEX, and sPHENIX/EIC detector development. His work addresses the proton radius puzzle and two-photon exchange effects through novel instrumentation like gas-jet targets and streaming readout systems. Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate strong emphasis on Electron Ion Collider detector design (ECCE), proton form factor measurements, and radiative corrections. Emerging trends include AI integration for detector optimization and advanced data acquisition techniques, particularly in streaming readout systems for high-luminosity experiments. Scientific Awards: Infinite Kilometer Award (2017) Bernauer serves as Principal Investigator for DarkLight phase 1C and eRD23 (Streaming readout for EIC), with teaching responsibilities including PHY335 and PHY559 at Stony Brook. No student advisees are listed in the provided materials. His instrumentation expertise spans calorimetry, beamline design, and precision target systems. He actively contributes to major collaborations including sPHENIX at Brookhaven National Laboratory and the ECCE detector team for the Electron Ion Collider, while leading experimental efforts at facilities like MAMI, DESY, and CERN through projects such as MAGIX and AMBER/COMPASS++.

• Heavy Ion Collision
• Nuclear Physics at High Density
• Nuclear Symmetry Energy
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Dr. Yongsun Kim is a Professor at the Department of Physics and Astronomy , Sejong University. Holding a Ph.D. from MIT (2013) and a B.S. from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (2007), he conducted postdoctoral research at Korea University (2013-2017) and UIUC (2017-2018). His work bridges high-energy physics and nuclear structure , focusing on heavy-ion collisions , quark-gluon plasma , and Higgs boson phenomenology . Research Interests Heavy Ion Collisions at LHC/RHIC Nuclear Symmetry Energy in Rare Isotopes High-Density Nuclear Physics Detector Development for sPHENIX and ECCE Scientific Contributions With over 1073 research outputs , his recent publications include measurements of W+W- production, studies of top quark entanglement , and searches for exotic Higgs decays . His work spans CMS detector upgrades, charm hadronization, and QCD investigations . Scientific Awards No specific awards mentioned in the provided data.