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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++.
