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Douglas M. Gingrich is a Professor of Physics at the University of Alberta, affiliated with the Faculty of Science. His research focuses on experimental high energy physics, quantum gravity phenomenology, and string theory, particularly through collaborations with the ATLAS experiment at CERN. He holds a PhD (1988) from the University of Toronto, an MSc (1983), and a BSc (1982) from the University of Waterloo.
In his role with ATLAS, Gingrich manages Monte Carlo simulation production, advises on TeV-scale gravity analyses, and coordinates computing resources for the collaboration. His work includes studies on black hole physics, Higgs boson self-coupling, and grid computing infrastructure. He has held leadership roles such as ATLAS-Canada Computing Coordinator (2017–2021) and currently serves on the LHC Computing Grid's Resource Scrutiny Group.
Gingrich's research interests combine theoretical models with experimental validation, emphasizing the intersection of quantum gravity and particle physics. His recent publications explore quantum black holes, non-commutative geometry effects, and ATLAS data analysis techniques. He actively mentors graduate students and postdocs in experimental particle physics and computing.
Outside academia, Gingrich is an avid canoeist and enjoys progressive rock music. His personal interests reflect a balance between rigorous scientific inquiry and outdoor adventure.
