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James TuttView profile

Academic

• X-ray Spectrometers
• Sub-orbital Rocket Payloads
• CCD Technology
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James Tutt is an Associate Research Professor at the Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics, Pennsylvania State University, affiliated with the Eberly College of Science. He leads the development of high-resolution soft X-ray spectrometers for NASA suborbital rockets, focusing on payloads like OGRE and WRXR. His work integrates silicon detectors, X-ray optics, and advanced imaging systems. PhD in Space Instrumentation from The Open University (2012) MPhys in Physics & Astrophysics from The University of Manchester (2006) Research interests include X-ray spectrometer design, suborbital rocket technology, neutrino detection via radio arrays (RNO-G), and silicon carbide filter development. Recent projects involve vibration testing for space hardware and deployment in Greenland for RNO-G calibration. Publications span X-ray instrumentation, grating fabrication, and neutrino detection, emphasizing detector performance and mission engineering. Awards include the Eberly College of Science Teaching Award (2021) and a JSPS Fellowship (2013). Grants: NSF RNO-G, APRA SiC filters, SBIR Phase 1 Labs: McEntaffer Group, OGRE team

Brian AullView profile

Professor

• Photon-counting imaging
• Wavefront sensing
• Lidar technology
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Brian Aull is a Professor of the Practice in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Tufts University, concurrently serving as a Staff Scientist in the Advanced Imager Technology Group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory. His research focuses on photon-counting imaging systems, Geiger-mode avalanche photodiode arrays, and their applications in lidar, wavefront sensing, and low-light imaging. He holds dual affiliations with Tufts University’s School of Engineering and the MIT Lincoln Laboratory’s advanced sensor development team. Dr. Aull’s professional experience spans over a decade, with roles including Lecturer (2010–2023) and current Professor of the Practice (2023–present) at Tufts. His work emphasizes integrating silicon-based photon detection technologies with CMOS readout circuits, advancing applications in quantum computing, biomedical optics, and space instrumentation. He actively contributes to technical education through courses on device physics, linear systems, and semiconductor device engineering at Tufts, alongside internal training programs at MIT Lincoln Laboratory. His research portfolio includes innovations in photon-sensitive imagers, crosstalk mitigation in sensor arrays, and theoretical bounds in nanomaterial energy filtering. He has authored/co-authored over 60 peer-reviewed publications and conference papers, with impactful contributions to photonics, quantum sensing, and sensor fabrication. Aull’s interdisciplinary work bridges academic research and applied engineering, addressing challenges in both terrestrial and aerospace imaging systems. His teaching activities span foundational and advanced topics such as Probabilistic Systems Analysis , Semiconductor Devices , and Senior Design Projects , reflecting his commitment to nurturing the next generation of electrical engineers. His lab affiliations include the Advanced Imager Technology Group at MIT Lincoln Lab, where he develops specialized solid-state sensors for defense and space applications.

• Software Engineering
• Source Code Analysis
• Software Clone Detection
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James R. Cordy is a Professor in the School of Computing at Queen's University, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, Kingston, Canada. He is a leading researcher in software engineering, with a focus on source code analysis, software clone detection, model-driven engineering, and program transformation. He has been actively publishing since 1977, with a sustained record of contributions in top-tier venues such as ICSE, MoDELS, and WCRE. His research interests include software clone detection, model transformation, Simulink models, source transformation, software maintenance, and grammatical inference. He has developed and contributed to influential tools such as TXL and NiCad, and his work often involves empirical studies and tool evaluation in real-world software systems. The most recent articles highlight trends in model transformation, clone detection, verification of state machines, and migration of legacy systems. His work increasingly integrates formal methods and empirical validation, particularly in automotive and safety-critical domains. He has also explored applications in healthcare software, such as artificial pancreas systems. Most Influential Paper Award, SCAM 2001 (awarded in 2019) He has advised numerous students, including Manar H. Alalfi, Matthew Stephan, and Chanchal K. Roy, who have co-authored multiple publications with him. His research is often collaborative, involving teams from Queen's University and other institutions. He has also contributed to workshops and special issues, demonstrating leadership in the software engineering community.

Norbert NeumeisterView profile

Professor

• Experimental Particle Physics
• Electro-Weak Symmetry Breaking
• Matter-Antimatter Asymmetry
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Norbert Neumeister is a Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Purdue University, affiliated with the College of Science. He leads the CMS Tier-2 analysis center at Purdue and is a prominent member of the CMS collaboration at CERN. His career includes roles as Assistant and Associate Professor at Purdue, and earlier positions as a Research Fellow and Scientific Associate at CERN. Education: Ph.D., Physics, University of Technology Vienna, 1996 M.S., Physics, University of Technology Vienna, 1992 Research interests focus on experimental particle physics, particularly electro-weak symmetry breaking, matter-antimatter asymmetry, and new physics beyond the Standard Model. His technical contributions include event selection, detector optimization, computing workflows, and data analysis for the LHC. He actively explores Higgs boson properties, W/Z boson interactions, and rare particle decays. Awards and Honors: Department of Energy (DoE) Outstanding Junior Investigator Award (2006) Ruth and Joel Spira Award for Excellence in Teaching (2008) Multiple Seed for Success Awards (2006–2013, 2019) Co-recipient of European Physical Society Particle Physics Prize (2013) LPC Distinguished Researcher (2017–2018) His advising and grant activities include mentoring through teaching and research leadership, though specific advisee names are not listed here. He has contributed to CMS’s computational infrastructure, advancing high-throughput data processing. Labs/Teams: Operates the CMS Tier-2 analysis center at Purdue, collaborating closely with the CMS experiment at CERN to analyze LHC data and explore fundamental particle interactions.

David W. HertzogView profile

Professor

• Particle Physics
• Muon Physics
• Precision Measurements
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David W. Hertzog is the Arthur B. McDonald Distinguished Professor of Physics and Director of the Center for Experimental Nuclear Physics and Astrophysics (CENPA) at the University of Washington. He has held academic positions at the University of Illinois (1986–2010) and has been at UW since 2010. His research focuses on precision muon experiments, including the Fermilab Muon g-2 experiment and the PIONEER experiment studying rare pion decays. He has supervised numerous PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, contributing to groundbreaking measurements in particle physics. Education: Ph.D., Physics (1983), College of William and Mary; Research Associate at Carnegie Mellon University (1983–86). Research Interests: High-precision muon experiments, Standard Model tests, lepton flavor universality, and CKM unitarity. Notable projects include the Muon g-2 experiment (measuring the muon’s anomalous magnetic moment) and the PIONEER experiment targeting rare pion decays to probe beyond-Standard-Model physics. Articles and Trends: Recent work emphasizes refining the muon g-2 measurement to sub-ppm precision, with results challenging Standard Model predictions. Technical advancements in calorimetry and detector systems underpin these achievements. The PIONEER experiment aims to address lepton flavor universality violations and CKM unitarity tests. Awards: Tom W. Bonner Prize (2022), Guggenheim Fellowship (2004), APS Fellow (2000), and multiple teaching awards. Advising/Grants: Supervised over 30 students and postdocs, with active roles in Fermilab and PSI collaborations. Contributions include detector design, data analysis, and leadership in international experiments. Labs/Teams: CENPA and the UW Muon Physics Group, leading global collaborations like Muon g-2 and PIONEER.

John M. DoyleView profile

Professor

• Quantum Science
• Ultracold Atoms/Molecules
• Precision Measurement
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John M. Doyle is the Henry B. Silsbee Professor of Physics at Harvard University and Co-Director of the Quantum Science and Engineering Initiative. He leads the Doyle Research Group, part of the Harvard-MIT Center for Ultracold Atoms. His work focuses on ultracold molecules for quantum science, precision measurement, and particle physics. He holds a PhD from MIT and has pioneered techniques like cryogenic buffer-gas cooling and magneto-optical trapping of molecules. Research interests include laser cooling of polyatomic molecules, electron electric dipole moment (eEDM) searches (via ACME collaboration), quantum simulation with trapped molecules, and applications in dark matter detection. He has supervised over 30 PhD students and is a Humboldt, Fulbright, and APS Fellow. Current projects involve optical tweezer arrays for molecule control and Raman sideband cooling. Key achievements include first trapping of ultracold polyatomic molecules (CaOH), entangling molecules in optical tweezers, and setting record limits on the electron EDM. His group also develops advanced detection systems for precision experiments.

• Nursing and Midwifery
• Biomedical Engineering
• Healthcare Technology
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Dr. Manal Kassab is an Adjunct Professor at the School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Technology Sydney (UTS). Her research spans nursing education, biomedical sciences, and healthcare technology integration. She collaborates across disciplines, focusing on pediatric and women's health, IoT applications in agriculture and healthcare, and critical AI systems testing. With an ORCID of 0000-0002-1417-2503, she has published extensively in journals like IEEE Transactions and BMC Pediatrics. Her work includes evaluating diabetes education programs, analyzing cardiovascular risk factors in Jordanian women, and exploring the efficacy of asthma treatments. She also investigates software engineering challenges in critical systems, such as AI-driven healthcare solutions. Dr. Kassab’s interdisciplinary approach bridges clinical practice with technological innovation, addressing global health challenges. Recent contributions include drone detection algorithms, IoT trends in agribusiness, and systematic reviews on cardiac therapies. Her research emphasizes translational outcomes, aiming to improve patient care through evidence-based practices and technological advancements.

Paul AveryView profile

Professor

• Experimental High Energy Physics
• Particle Physics
• Distributed Computing
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Paul Avery is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Florida with an office in room 2029 NPB. He conducts research in Experimental High Energy Physics and is actively involved with the CMS experiment at CERN in Geneva, Switzerland, and previously with the CLEO experiment at Cornell University. His research encompasses the measurement of Higgs to 4 leptons ("Golden channel"), decays of heavy quarks, and advanced computing techniques including object-oriented methods and fitting algorithms. He has made significant contributions to distributed computing and Computational Grids through his leadership in the GriPhyN initiative and other major projects. Dr. Avery served as Principal Investigator for the ExTENCI project and was Director of two NSF-funded Grid projects: GriPhyN and the International Virtual Data Grid Laboratory (iVDGL). He has also been co-Principal Investigator for CHEPREO, UltraLight, PLaNetS, and DISUN. As a founding member of the Open Science Grid consortium, he helped establish an international Grid infrastructure connecting approximately 100 laboratory and university sites. At the University of Florida, Dr. Avery chairs the Research Computing Advisory Committee and contributes to multiple national Grid computing initiatives. The university serves as a Tier-2 computing center for CMS analysis and hosts one of the largest university CMS groups in the United States, with members involved in physics analysis, construction, trigger systems, software development, and theoretical work.

• Neutrino-Nucleus Interactions
• Theoretical Nuclear Physics
• Neutrino Oscillations
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Natalie Jachowicz is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Sciences, Ghent University , specializing in theoretical nuclear physics and neutrino interactions. Her work bridges astrophysical applications with experimental neutrino physics, focusing on modeling neutrino-nucleus cross sections, Monte Carlo simulations, and nuclear effects in detector design. Research Themes: Neutrino-nucleus interactions, computational nuclear physics, astrophysical neutrino studies, Monte Carlo event generation Key Projects: FWO-funded neutrino oscillation experiments, neutrino energy reconstruction models, multinucleon knockout studies Research Trends in her recent articles highlight advancements in lattice QCD integration, relativistic frameworks for neutrino scattering, and nuclear medium effects in low-energy transfer regimes. Collaborative efforts with institutions like CERN and T2K emphasize precision modeling for oscillation experiments. Scientific Awards FWO Fellowship (2007-2008) for neutrino-astrophysical applications Students include doctoral researchers Kajetan Niewczas, Alexis Nikolakopoulos, Nils Van Dessel, and Tom Van Cuyck, with ongoing projects in neutrino-oscillation simulations and nuclear correlation effects.

Jesse ThalerView profile

Professor

• Particle Physics
• Collider Phenomena
• Quantum Computing
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Jesse Thaler is a Professor in the MIT Physics Department and the Center for Theoretical Physics. He joined MIT in 2010 after a Miller Institute fellowship at UC Berkeley (2006-2009). His research focuses on collider phenomenology, quantum computing applications in particle physics, and machine learning methods for high-energy data analysis. He holds a Ph.D. from Harvard University (2006) and a Sc.B. from Brown University (2002). Key honors include the DOE Early Career Award (2011), Presidential Early Career Award (2012), Sloan Fellowship (2013), and MIT's Edgerton Award (2016). His work bridges theoretical physics with cutting-edge computational techniques, emphasizing jet substructure analysis, energy correlator studies, and symmetry discovery via AI. Thaler leads the MIT Center for Theoretical Physics' efforts in collider physics and co-founded the Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Fundamental Interactions (IAIFI). His research group collaborates on LHC Olympics challenges and explores quantum algorithms for jet clustering. Recent work includes developing Lorentz-equivariant neural networks and anomaly detection frameworks for CMS open data.

Diana ParnoView profile

Associate Professor

• Neutrino Physics
• Particle Physics
• Nuclear Physics
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Diana Parno is the Falco-DeBenedetti Associate Professor of Physics at Carnegie Mellon University's Mellon College of Science, Department of Physics. She earned her Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University in 2011 and has held progressive academic positions including Assistant Professor (2018-2022), Associate Professor (2022-2024), and her current endowed professorship since 2024. Previously, she held research positions at the University of Washington. Her research focuses on experimental neutrino physics, including: Neutrino mass measurements via tritium beta decay (KATRIN experiment) Coherent elastic neutrino-nucleus scattering (COHERENT collaboration) Molecular physics of tritium sources (TRIMS experiment) Neutron spin structure Novel detection methods (Project 8) Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on neutrino properties, experimental particle physics, and detector development. Recent work emphasizes precision measurements of neutrino mass, CEvNS detection across multiple materials, and background reduction techniques. The research spans nuclear physics, particle detection, and fundamental symmetries. Awards & Honors: DOE Early Career Award (2021) for neutrino detector development Falco-DeBenedetti Career Development Chair (endowed professorship) Research Leadership: She serves as US Spokesperson for KATRIN, Analysis Co-Coordinator for both KATRIN and COHERENT, and leads multiple detector development initiatives. Her group works on simulation, detector design, operations, and data analysis across four experiments. Student Advising: She has supervised numerous PhD students including recent graduates working on neutrino flux characterization, tritium ion studies, and KATRIN spectral analysis. Current group members include postdoctoral researchers and PhD candidates.

• Cosmic Ray Physics
• Neutrino Astronomy
• Astroparticle Physics
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Associate Professor Clancy James is a researcher at Curtin University, affiliated with the Curtin Research Institute and Curtin Institute of Radio Astronomy (CIRA) within the School of Electrical Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences. His research focuses on astroparticle physics, cosmic rays, and neutrino astronomy, leveraging radio telescopes like the Murchison Widefield Array and the Square Kilometre Array. He collaborates with international projects such as CRAFT, KM3NeT, and ANTARES to study fast radio bursts (FRBs), neutrino detection, and cosmic ray showers. Clancy James holds a PhD from the University of Adelaide (2009) and has held postdoctoral roles at the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg and Radboud University. He teaches courses in electromagnetism and particle physics. His work bridges radio astronomy with particle physics, aiming to uncover the origins of cosmic rays and neutrinos. He has contributed to over 100 publications, including studies on FRB populations, neutrino telescope analyses, and high-energy cosmic particle studies. Research interests include cosmic ray air showers, neutrino detection via the Mediterranean-based KM3NeT, and radio transient surveys with ASKAP. His expertise spans instrumentation development for radio telescopes and multi-messenger astrophysics. He leads efforts to correlate FRBs with gravitational wave events and cosmic neutrino signals.

• Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging
• Photon Counting Imaging
• Biophysics
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Professor Klaus Suhling is a Professor of Physics at King's College London, affiliated with the Department of Physics and specializing in Biological Physics & Soft Matter. His research focuses on advanced fluorescence imaging techniques such as Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging (FLIM), time-resolved fluorescence anisotropy imaging (tr-FAIM), and photon counting methodologies. He leads projects involving TCSPC (Time-Correlated Single Photon Counting) technologies, molecular rotor analysis, and nanoparticle imaging in biological systems. Suhling holds a PhD in Pulse Fluorometry from the University of Strathclyde (1994). **Research Interests:** Development of FLIM and tr-FAIM for biological applications Photon counting imaging with SPAD arrays and electron-bombarded CCDs Biophysical studies of cytoplasmic viscosity and membrane dynamics Applications in art conservation, drug delivery, and photosynthesis His work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in advancing healthcare and environmental sustainability through imaging technologies. Suhling has secured funding from EPSRC, STFC, and industry partners, including Photek Ltd. He actively collaborates internationally, presenting at conferences such as the European Society for Photobiology meetings and the University of Melbourne. **Grants & Projects:** UKRI CoA: Development of wide-field TCSPC fluorescence microscopy (EPSRC, 2021) A Path to Superconducting Nanowire Readout of Xe-based detectors (STFC, 2023) His lab develops cutting-edge imaging tools for applications ranging from cellular membrane studies to art conservation, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration.

Matthew DimmockView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Medical Imaging
• Radiation Physics
• Diagnostic Imaging
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Matthew Dimmock is a Senior Lecturer in Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) at Keele University's School of Allied Health Professions and Pharmacy. He holds a PhD in Nuclear Physics from the University of Liverpool (2008), with postdoctoral research at Monash Centre for Synchrotron Science and the Australian Synchrotron. His research focuses on X-ray phase contrast imaging for low-dose cancer detection, forensic imaging analytics, and novel diagnostic techniques. He has held academic positions at Monash University (2013-2022) and currently leads projects at Keele. Key collaborations include work with Monash Biomedical Imaging, the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine, and ANSTO Australian Synchrotron. He has secured over £2.8M in grants, including NHMRC Synergy Grants and Leidos Collaboration funding. His publications span medical physics, imaging technology, and educational innovations in radiography. Education: PhD in Nuclear Physics (University of Liverpool, 2008). Postdoctoral appointments: Monash Centre for Synchrotron Science (2008-2012), Australian Synchrotron (2012-2013). Research interests include radiation detector design, phase-contrast imaging for cancer diagnosis, forensic imaging applications, and medical education through virtual reality simulations. He has contributed to advancements in breast cancer imaging, proton therapy planning, and pediatric radiation safety. His work emphasizes low-dose imaging techniques and data-driven approaches in clinical and forensic contexts. Grants and collaborations highlight his role in interdisciplinary projects: Co-applicant for a £2.7M NHMRC Synergy Grant (2022), Co-Investigator in forensic machine learning initiatives (2022), and Principal Investigator for X-ray phase contrast studies (2016). His educational innovations include haptic VR simulations for radiography training and virtual patient clinics. Labs/Teams: Active in the Keele School of Allied Health Professions, collaborating with Australian and international institutions on synchrotron-based imaging and forensic science. His research group focuses on translating cutting-edge imaging technologies into clinical practice.

• Gravitational Physics
• General Relativity
• Gravitational Waves
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Leo Stein is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Mississippi, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts. He holds a B.S. from Caltech (2006) and a Ph.D. from MIT (2012). His research focuses on Einstein's theory of gravity, particularly using astrophysical observations to test general relativity through gravitational wave studies of black hole systems. He has contributed to numerical simulations and analytical modeling of black hole mergers, exploring theories beyond GR and their observational signatures. Dr. Stein's expertise includes gravitational wave physics, numerical relativity, and post-Newtonian approximations. Key recognitions include the Sloan Research Fellowship (2023–25), NSF CAREER Award (2021–2026), and MIT's Henry Kendall Teaching Award (2011). His work bridges theoretical predictions with cutting-edge detector technology, aiming to advance fundamental physics through gravitational wave astronomy. His teaching spans graduate and undergraduate courses in electromagnetism, mechanics, and gravitational physics. Stein’s research also involves developing open-source tools like GWSurrogate and collaborating with the SXS Collaboration for black hole simulations. Future directions include refining waveform models for next-generation detectors and probing modified gravity theories via merger signals.