جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Astroparticle Physics
• Dark Matter
• Particle Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Riccardo Catena is a Professor in Physics at the Department of Physics, Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden. He leads a research group comprising 1 postdoc, 2 PhD students, and 1-4 master students annually. His academic credentials include a 2014 habilitation (venia legendi) from the University of Göttingen and promotion to docent at Chalmers in 2016. He is an elected member of the IUPAP C4 commission on Astroparticle Physics and a founding member of the European Consortium for Astroparticle Theory (EuCAPT). Research focuses on astroparticle physics, intersecting particle physics, astrophysics, and cosmology, with a current emphasis on dark matter. Key interests include modeling dark matter's microscopic properties, predicting observables, and designing experimental tests. His work is funded by the Swedish Research Council and the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation (co-PI). Publications span dark matter detection strategies, material interactions, and theoretical frameworks. Notable projects include studies on graphene detectors, chiral phonons, and liquid xenon observatories. Grants support initiatives like 'Direct Detection of Light Dark Particles' and 'Computational Modeling of Dark Matter-Electron Interactions.' Catena's advisory role includes mentoring students and overseeing interdisciplinary collaborations. His research group actively explores experimental and theoretical advancements in dark matter physics, contributing to global efforts in astroparticle theory and detector innovation.

Ina Sarcevicمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Astrophysics
• Cosmology
• High Energy Physics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ina Sarcevic is a Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Arizona, holding the title of Primary Faculty. Her research focuses on particle astrophysics, dark matter, neutrinos, and collider physics. She has made significant contributions to the DUNE (Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment) collaboration, leading efforts in detector design, software development, and theoretical modeling. Her work bridges experimental and theoretical particle physics, addressing fundamental questions in astrophysics and cosmology. Education: Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Minnesota (1986), B.S. in Physics from the University of Sarajevo (1981), with notable fellowships including the Humboldt Fellowship (1989-1991) and a Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship (1985-1986). Research Interests: Dark matter detection via neutrinos, neutrino interactions at extreme energies, and the role of particle physics in cosmological phenomena. She explores theoretical frameworks for secret interactions of sterile neutrinos and their implications for the diffuse supernova neutrino background. Her work on detector technology for DUNE includes optimizing liquid argon time-projection chambers (TPCs) and developing algorithms for neutrino interaction reconstruction. Selected Honors: 2006 Fellow of the American Physical Society, recipient of the British Council Fellowship for Young Scientists (1980-1981), and Summa cum laude distinction at the University of Sarajevo. Grants and Collaborations: Principal investigator in DUNE-related projects, including detector design, software computing, and data analysis. Involved in international collaborations such as the LHC’s Forward Physics Facility and ProtoDUNE beam tests at CERN. Labs/Teams: Active member of the DUNE Collaboration, focusing on neutrino oscillation physics, supernova neutrino detection, and dark matter signatures in neutrino telescopes. Her group collaborates on developing advanced machine learning techniques for particle identification in large-scale detectors.

Anna Stastoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Particle Physics
• Theoretical Physics
• High-Energy Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anna Stasto is a Professor of Physics at the Department of Physics, Eberly College of Science, The Pennsylvania State University. Her research focuses on particle physics, particularly theoretical studies in quantum chromodynamics (QCD), high-energy scattering processes, and collider phenomenology. She has contributed to understanding diffraction mechanisms, parton distribution functions, and small-x QCD dynamics. Education includes a Master's from Jagiellonian University (1996), a joint PhD in Theoretical Physics from the Polish Academy of Science and University of Durham (1999), and habilitation from the Polish Academy of Science (2005). She has held prestigious awards such as the Sloan Research Fellowship (2009–2013) and the H. Niewodniczański Prize (1999). Her recent publications explore gluodynamics, electron-ion collider physics, and forward neutrino production at the LHC. Research trends emphasize precision calculations of partonic structures, renormalization group techniques, and high-energy scattering dynamics. Stasto collaborates extensively on experimental programs including the Electron-Ion Collider and LHC. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with experimental data to advance QCD understanding.

Mark C. Kruseمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• High-Energy Particle Physics
• Large Hadron Collider (LHC) experiments
• Higgs boson physics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mark C. Kruse is a Professor in the Department of Physics at Duke University, within Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on High-Energy Particle Physics, particularly the analysis of data collected by the ATLAS detector at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC). With the Higgs boson discovered by ATLAS and CMS collaborations in July 2012, his work now centers on discovering models beyond the Standard Model of particle physics. Dr. Kruse's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Physics from Purdue University (1996) M.S. in Physics from University of Auckland, New Zealand (1988) B.S. in Physics from University of Auckland, New Zealand (1986) Professor Kruse's research primarily investigates phenomena beyond the Standard Model of particle physics. His work with the ATLAS detector at the LHC focuses on Higgs boson properties, top quark physics, and searches for new particles and forces that could explain dark matter and other cosmic mysteries. He has been instrumental in analyzing data from proton-proton collisions at various energy levels to uncover potential deviations from established physics theories. His research group at Duke actively contributes to the international effort to understand fundamental particles and their interactions at the highest energy scales accessible to humanity. Analysis of Professor Kruse's recent publications reveals a strong focus on Higgs boson physics, top quark measurements, and searches for physics beyond the Standard Model. His work with the ATLAS collaboration spans multiple areas including precision measurements of known particles, searches for exotic decays, and investigations of quark-gluon plasma. The research demonstrates increasing sophistication in data analysis techniques as the LHC continues to deliver higher luminosity and energy collision data. Professor Kruse has received several notable awards and recognitions: Dean's Leadership Award from Duke University (April 2013) Sir Thomas Lyle Fellowship from University of Melbourne, Australia (2013) Bass Society of Fellows at Duke University (May 2012) Shared recognition for the Discovery of the Top Quark (July 2019) As a dedicated educator and mentor, Professor Kruse has advised numerous students through independent study courses (PHYSICS 493) and thesis projects (PHYSICS 495). He has secured substantial research funding including the REU Site for Undergraduate Research in Nuclear Particle Physics (2022-2027) and the Support and Maintenance for the ATLAS Transition Radiation Detector at CERN (2025-2027). His grants consistently support both graduate and undergraduate research opportunities, reflecting his commitment to training the next generation of physicists. Professor Kruse is a key member of the ATLAS collaboration at CERN, where he serves as the US ATLAS Transition Radiation Tracker Level 3 Manager. His research group at Duke University works closely with international collaborators on data analysis and detector operations. The team contributes significantly to the ongoing physics program at the LHC, particularly in areas related to Higgs boson characterization and searches for new physics phenomena.

Wolfgang Hillertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Accelerator Physics
• Superconducting Accelerator Technology
• Free-Electron Lasers (FEL)
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Hillert is a leading physicist at the University of Hamburg , serving as the Bjørn-Wiik Professor for Accelerator Physics since 2016. Affiliated with the Institute of Experimental Physics under the Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, he specializes in Accelerator Physics , Superconducting Accelerator Technology , and Free-Electron Lasers (FEL) . His work focuses on polarized electron beams, SRF cavity optimization, and gravitational wave detection methods. Education: Physics degree from University of Bonn (1987), Promotion in Atmospheric Physics (1992), Habilitation in Physics (2001) Leadership Roles: Head of Accelerator Physics Group (2016–present), Managing Director of Institute of Experimental Physics (2019–2021) Research Trends: His recent work spans superconducting RF cavities for gravitational wave detectors ( 2025 ), resonant slow extraction in electron boosters, and atomic layer deposition of superconducting thin films. Publications highlight advancements in beam dynamics , cryogenic systems , and terahertz generation . Teaching & Outreach: He has lectured on Accelerator Physics since 2002 and engaged in public science communication, including talks on Physics of Music (2005–2021) and teacher training programs at DESY. Labs & Collaborations: Leads the Accelerator Physics Group at DESY, collaborates on projects like XFELO and BGO-OD beamline , and contributes to international schools (CAS) and symposia.

Christopher Heartyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Experimental Particle Physics
• Physics beyond the Standard Model
• Dark sector
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Christopher Hearty is a Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Faculty of Science, and serves as an IPP (Institute of Particle Physics) Principal Research Scientist. His office is located in Hennings 268 with laboratory space at TRIUMF/Hennings 222, where he conducts cutting-edge experimental particle physics research using major international facilities. Hearty earned his B.Sc. in Mathematics and Physics from Simon Fraser University (1982), followed by a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Washington (1987). He completed postdoctoral research at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory from 1987 to 1994 before joining UBC. B.Sc., Mathematics and Physics, Simon Fraser University, 1982 Ph.D., Physics, University of Washington, 1987 Postdoctoral Researcher, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1987-1994 His research program focuses on direct searches for physics beyond the Standard Model through e+e- collisions, with particular emphasis on dark sector phenomena including dark photons, axion-like particles, and strongly interacting dark matter. As a key contributor to the Belle II experiment, he develops advanced calorimeter calibration techniques, reconstruction algorithms, and trigger systems while mentoring students in machine learning applications for large-scale data analysis. His work bridges theoretical phenomenology with experimental verification in the search for new fundamental particles. Recent publications demonstrate a concentrated effort on dark sector exploration at Belle II, featuring innovative approaches like graph neural networks for photon reconstruction and sophisticated analysis of displaced vertices. The research spans both visible and invisible decay channels, significantly advancing constraints on dark matter models while establishing Belle II's sensitivity to elusive particles through precision measurements of e+e- collision data. Hearty's scientific recognition includes: APS Fellow (2015) Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics (2016) as part of the T2K collaboration He actively supervises graduate students on thesis projects spanning dark photon searches, axion-like particle detection, and detector development, while serving on UBC's teaching peer review committee and as LHCb chief reviewer for CERN's LHCC committee. His mentorship provides students with hands-on experience in international collaborations, detector instrumentation, and advanced data analysis techniques. Based at TRIUMF Canada's particle accelerator centre and UBC's Department of Physics & Astronomy, Hearty leads a research group within the global Belle II collaboration. His team contributes to multiple detector subsystems including calorimetry and tracking systems, while developing novel analysis frameworks for new physics signatures in high-energy collision data.

Gary Shiuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• String Theory
• Particle Physics
• Cosmology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Gary Shiu is a Professor of Physics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, leading research at the intersection of string theory, particle physics, and cosmology. He is affiliated with the Department of Physics and has held academic appointments at institutions like the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and the CERN. His research focuses on quantum gravity, the Swampland program, inflationary cosmology, and AI applications in physics. He has received notable awards including the Guggenheim Fellowship, Kavli Frontiers Fellowship, and Chancellor’s Distinguished Teaching Award. Education: PhD in Physics (Cornell University, 1998), BSc in Physics (Chinese University of Hong Kong, 1993). Academic roles include founding director of the Center for Fundamental Physics at HKUST and co-initiator of the Physics ∩ ML seminar series. He advises graduate and undergraduate students in theoretical physics and cosmology, with notable advisees contributing to projects in dark energy, string vacua, and machine learning. Research highlights include formulating the Weak Gravity Conjecture in AdS space, developing methods for cosmological parameter inference using topological data analysis, and exploring the String Genome Project. His work bridges theoretical physics with experimental observables, leveraging advanced computational techniques and interdisciplinary collaborations. Key awards include the Kellett Mid-Career Award, Vilas Associate Award, and multiple fellowships from prestigious societies. He actively participates in international conferences and editorial boards, contributing to initiatives like the Gordon Research Conference on String Theory and Cosmology. Labs/Teams: Theoretical and Computational Cosmology Group, AI ∩ Universe Initiative, and collaborations in string phenomenology and machine learning applications.

Stefano Morettiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• High Energy Physics
• Particle Phenomenology
• Collider Physics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Stefano Moretti holds a Professorship at the University of Southampton's Department of Physics & Astronomy and is a Full Professor at Uppsala University's Theoretical Particle Physics group. He is a member of the Southampton High Energy Physics (SHEP) group and the Southampton Theory Astrophysics and Gravity (STAG) Research Centre. His research focuses on particle phenomenology, particularly collider physics, with over 550 publications and 34,000 citations. He is also a Visiting Staff at RAL PPD and part of the CMS experiment at CERN. Education: PhD from the University of Torino, followed by postdoctoral roles at the University of Cambridge, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL), and the University of Oxford. He joined Southampton in 2003 via an STFC Advanced Fellowship. Research Interests : Standard Model (QCD/EW interactions), Supersymmetry, Non-minimal Higgs Models, Monte Carlo Event Generators, and Higher Order Corrections. He authored textbooks on Supersymmetry and SM Phenomenology. Awards : 2024 Lilly and Sven Thuréus Prize (Sweden), 2018 Honorary Doctorate from Uppsala University, and 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics (shared with LHC experiments). Teaching : Coordinates the UG module PHYS2006 (Classical Mechanics) and teaches the PG Phenomenology course within the NExT PhD School. Grants/Projects : Lead researcher on multiple STFC, Royal Society, and EU-funded projects. Active in Horizon Europe evaluations and UK REF2021 panel work. Labs/Teams : Director of the NExT Institute, member of SHEP and STAG, collaborates with CMS at CERN, and advises on policy for science assessment frameworks.

• Physics beyond the Standard Model
• Z' Physics
• Axions and Axion-like Particles
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Felix Yu leads the Theoretical Elementary Particle Physics Group (THEP) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. His research focuses on physics beyond the Standard Model, including Z' physics, axions, dark matter, CP violation, Higgs physics, and solutions to the hierarchy problem. He collaborates with experiments like ATLAS, CMS at the LHC, and the MESA accelerator in Mainz. His work bridges theoretical models with experimental validation, emphasizing both particle phenomenology and collider physics. Research Interests: Z' Physics: Explores U(1) gauge symmetries, kinetic mixing, and collider signatures at the LHC. Axions/ALPs: Studies non-minimal axion models and their couplings in effective field theories. Dark Matter: Investigates weakly interacting particles and upcoming terrestrial experiments. CP Violation & Flavor Physics: Links low-energy flavor observables to high-energy collider data. Higgs Physics: Examines Higgs couplings and future collider potential for precision measurements. Advising & Collaborations: Supervises PhD/Master students (Luca Bau, Greta Blank, Lucas Heger, Alexey Kivel) and collaborates with international teams at CERN and MESA. Research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to unresolved questions in particle physics. Labs/Teams: Core member of THEP and affiliated with LHC collaborations (ATLAS/CMS) and MESA experiments.

Gudrun Hillerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Particle Physics
• Flavor Physics
• Beyond the Standard Model (BSM)
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Gudrun Hiller is a faculty member in the Department of Physics at the Technical University of Dortmund, where she conducts research in theoretical particle physics. She is affiliated with the HEP theory group and actively involved in the IMAPP international master program in particle physics. Her research spans flavor physics, rare decays of beauty and charm quarks, physics beyond the Standard Model, asymptotic safety, and SMEFT. University: Technical University of Dortmund School: Faculty of Physics Department: Department of Physics Office: Room P1-04-307 Email: gudrun.hiller@tu-dortmund.de Phone: +49 (0)231 755-3580 Her research focuses on flavor physics, emphasizing rare semileptonic and radiative decays of beauty and charm quarks, precision tests with top quark observables, and the development of novel particle physics models with controlled high-energy behavior (asymptotic safety). She leads the BSM seminar, covering topics such as flavor, Higgs, dark matter, quantum gravity, and asymptotic safety. The recent publications and workshop activities indicate a strong focus on rare charm decays, CP violation, flavor anomalies, leptoquarks, dark matter models, and the interplay between flavor physics and collider phenomenology. Her group actively participates in international collaborations and workshops, including those at CERN, DESY, and Aspen Center for Physics. DFG Research Unit: Theoretical Flavor Physics Dortmund/Siegen BMBF Theorieverbund (2012-2015) Particle Theory Group at Dortmund: R&D on EOS Member of the HEP theory group at Dortmund Organizer of workshops on asymptotic safety and flavor physics Prof. Hiller supervises students and postdoctoral researchers, with recent seminar topics indicating active advising in areas like flavored dark matter, leptoquarks, proton decay, and flavor anomalies. She has taught courses including Introduction to Elementary Particle Theory, Theoretical Physics II, and General Relativity, demonstrating a strong commitment to education and mentorship.

Manfred Pauliniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Particle Physics
• Cosmology
• High Energy Physics Experiment
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Manfred Paulini is a Professor of Physics and the Associate Dean for Research at Carnegie Mellon University's Mellon College of Science. His research spans nuclear and particle physics, focusing on high-energy physics experiments at colliders like the Tevatron and Large Hadron Collider (LHC). He actively explores the intersection of particle physics and cosmology, particularly investigating matter-antimatter asymmetry and dark matter. His work combines traditional high-energy physics with modern machine learning techniques for event classification. Ph.D. and M.S. in Physics from University of Erlangen-Nürnberg Paulini's research focuses on CP violation in B meson systems and dark matter detection via supersymmetric particle production at the LHC. He contributes to the CMS experiment at CERN and previously worked on the CDF experiment at Fermilab. His machine learning work applies convolutional neural networks to collider data analysis for improved event classification accuracy across diverse decay topologies. His recent publications emphasize end-to-end ML classification of LHC data, supersymmetry searches, and precision measurements of CP violation parameters. Research spans 2000-2020 with consistent contributions to fundamental physics questions. Scientific Awards Fellow, American Physical Society Paulini's work involves developing novel detector data analysis frameworks and leading investigations into matter-antimatter asymmetry mechanisms. He supervises graduate student research through Carnegie Mellon's Department of Physics. Current projects include anomaly detection in collider data and improving supersymmetry search sensitivities through advanced ML techniques. His experimental work at CERN and Fermilab combines with computational innovations, maintaining active collaborations across multiple institutions while serving in leadership roles at Carnegie Mellon University.

Matt LeBlancمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Particle Physics
• High Energy Physics
• Jet Physics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Matt LeBlanc is an Assistant Professor of Physics (Research) at Brown University, affiliated with the CMS Collaboration since 2024 and previously a core member of the ATLAS Collaboration from 2010–2023. His research focuses on experimental particle physics, particularly the analysis of hadronic objects and final states at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC). He employs advanced data science techniques, including machine learning and optimal transport algorithms, to study jet physics and search for new particles beyond the Standard Model. LeBlanc has contributed to jet reconstruction, calibration, and novel analysis methods in LHC data. Education: Ph.D. in experimental particle physics from the University of Victoria (Canada). Postdoctoral appointments at the University of Arizona, CERN, and the University of Manchester (UK). Research Interests: Jet substructure, hadronic object reconstruction, dark matter searches, QCD studies, radiation-hard detector development (e.g., MALTA sensors), and applications of AI/ML in physics. His work bridges experimental particle physics with computational science, addressing challenges in data processing for the High-Luminosity LHC era. Key Contributions: Leader of physics analyses in the ATLAS Collaboration, coordinator for hadronic object reconstruction/calibration, developer of jet energy scale algorithms, and pioneer in applying optimal transport and topic modeling to particle physics data. His recent work emphasizes efficient data pipelines and simulations for future collider experiments.

Jan Bernauerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nuclear Physics
• Particle Physics
• Proton Structure
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jan Bernauer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Stony Brook University with a joint position at RIKEN BNL Research Center. He obtained his Ph.D. from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz in 2010 and previously held research positions at MIT from 2010-2018. Education: Ph.D. in Nuclear Physics, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (2010) Diplom in Physics, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz His research focuses on precision nuclear physics at the intersection of particle and nuclear physics, including proton form factor measurements, two-photon exchange effects, and beyond-Standard-Model searches. Current projects involve sPHENIX streaming readout, MUSE (muon scattering), and TPEX (two-photon exchange) experiments. Research outputs emphasize precision measurement techniques, with recent work on detector development (40% of publications) and QCD fundamentals (30%). Collaborative projects span 15+ institutions including MIT, DESY, and Jefferson Lab. Awards & Recognition: Infinite Kilometer Award (MIT, 2017) NSF Career Award Stony Brook Foundation Award Research Teams: Leads a group with 2 postdocs, 3 graduate students, and 4 undergraduates developing novel detector systems for RHIC and EIC. Current grants support instrumentation development for streaming readout in particle physics experiments.

Jennet Dickinsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• High Energy Physics
• Particle Physics
• Higgs Boson Physics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jennet Dickinson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Cornell University, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. Her research focuses on high-energy particle physics, particularly the study of the Higgs boson and its interactions using data from the Large Hadron Collider (LHC). She contributes to the CMS experiment and collaborates with the ATLAS collaboration. Education: PhD in Physics from the University of California, Berkeley (2020); BA in Physics from Columbia University (2014). Her research interests include: Investigating new physics phenomena through Higgs boson production at the HL-LHC Developing advanced silicon pixel detectors for the CMS Phase 2 upgrade (TFPX system) Integrating machine learning into detector readout electronics for efficient data processing Publications highlight her work on boosted Higgs signatures, Higgs-top quark interactions, and smart pixel sensor technologies. She is actively involved in the High Luminosity LHC upgrade project and contributes to multidisciplinary research at the intersection of particle physics and artificial intelligence.

• Experimental Particle Physics
• Neutrino Physics
• Flavour Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

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.