Stefan Haessler is a CNRS Researcher at the Laboratory of Applied Optics (LOA) within ENSTA Paris. His work focuses on ultrafast laser-plasma interactions, attosecond science, and relativistic plasma mirror dynamics. Key research areas include high-harmonic generation (HHG), laser wakefield acceleration, and the development of kHz-repetition-rate plasma-based systems. He leads projects funded by ANR (e.g., 'Plateforme pour la dynamique attoseconde') and European initiatives like 'Ultrafast Dynamics using ATTosecond and XUV Free Electron Laser Sources.' Education: PhD in Physics (2009) Affiliations: LOA, Institut Polytechnique de Paris, and CNRS Research interests span attosecond pulse generation, relativistic laser-plasma interactions, and applications in particle acceleration. His team develops advanced platforms for simultaneous detection of particles and radiation in kHz systems. Recent work includes sub-laser-cycle control of plasma mirrors and quantum-optical spectrometry proposals. Grants & Projects: ANR: 'Amplifier l'intensité d'impulsions attoseconde avec des miroirs plasma' European: 'Controlling and measuring relativistic motion of matter with ultra intense structured light' Labs/Teams: Active in the LOA laboratory, collaborating with institutions like ELI-ALPS and international teams in Vienna and Paris.
Cecilia Levy is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University at Albany, State University of New York, specializing in astroparticle physics and dark matter detection. Her educational background includes: BSc from Université de Montréal, Canada MSc from Queen's University, Canada (PICASSO dark matter experiment) PhD from the University of Münster, Germany (XENON100 dark matter experiment) Postdoctoral research at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (XENON1T) Postdoctoral research at University at Albany (LUX/LZ) Dr. Levy's research focuses on direct dark matter detection through large-scale experiments. She is a key contributor to the LZ (LUX-ZEPLIN) experiment—a 7-ton detector where she leads critical work on cleanliness campaigns to minimize background signals. Her group coordinates calibration system deployment and analyzes the 206Pb wall background. Additionally, she pioneers the Snowball Chamber technology using supercooled water to probe low-mass dark matter, a unique initiative developed entirely by the UAlbany dark matter group. This dual focus provides students with unparalleled hands-on experience across experimental stages. Her publication record demonstrates leadership in major collaborations (LZ, XENON), spanning sensitivity projections, technical design, background reduction, and innovative detector development for low-mass searches. The work reflects a consistent emphasis on experimental rigor and novel approaches to elusive dark matter signals. Dr. Levy mentors students through full experimental cycles—from simulations to data analysis—and facilitates travel to SURF in South Dakota and national labs like SLAC/LBNL. Her group's involvement in detector assembly, commissioning, and calibration underscores deep integration into cutting-edge infrastructure. The UAlbany dark matter group maintains distinctive expertise in both LZ operations and Snowball Chamber development, positioning it at the forefront of multi-technique dark matter research.
Paul Karchin is a Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Wayne State University, serving as Program Director for Undergraduate Physics. He holds affiliations with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and has been a key contributor to high-energy physics experiments at CERN, Fermilab, and DESY. His research focuses on muon detectors, quark/gluon substructure, and dark matter detection in high-energy collisions. Karchin has led teams on the HERA-B, CDF, and CMS experiments, contributing to the Higgs boson discovery. He chairs CMS muon group publications and serves on CMS governance boards. His work is funded by DOE, NSF, and Fermilab. Education: Ph.D. in Physics, Cornell University M.S. in Physics, Cornell University B.S. with Distinction in Electrical Engineering, Cornell University Research Interests: Experimental particle physics with emphasis on detector development for high-energy colliders. Current projects include the CMS muon detector upgrade using GEM technology and studies of dark photons and exotic Higgs particles. His work explores anomalies in muon/electron production to probe dark matter and substructure of quarks/gluons. Awards: President, Academy of Scholars (2016-2017) Board of Governors Faculty Recognition Award (2010) DOE Outstanding Junior Investigator (1989-1995) Horace Taft Endowed Chair at Yale (1988) Advising & Grants: Mentored students through DOE and NSF grants. Serves as reviewer for Physical Review Letters and CERN proposals. Leads Snowmass 2021 dark photon studies. Active in CMS Collaboration Board and Muon Institution Board. Labs/Teams: Principal contributor to CMS muon systems at CERN. Collaborates internationally on detector R&D for future colliders like the International Linear Collider.
Manijeh Razeghi is the Walter P. Murphy Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Director of the Center for Quantum Devices at Northwestern University. She also serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Optical Sciences Center, University of Arizona, and maintains significant professional connections with institutions in France and Switzerland. With a career spanning over three decades at Northwestern, Professor Razeghi has established herself as a world-leading authority in semiconductor physics and optoelectronic devices across the electromagnetic spectrum. Her educational background includes: 1980: Docteur d'etat es Sciences Physiques, Universite de Paris, France 1977: Docteur 3eme Cycle, Solid State Physics, Universite de Paris, France 1976: DEA, Science des Materiaux, Universite de Paris, France Professor Razeghi's research focuses on cutting-edge developments in semiconductor technology, particularly in the areas of quantum structures and devices spanning the electromagnetic spectrum from deep ultraviolet to terahertz frequencies. Her pioneering work in epitaxial manufacturing techniques has enabled significant advances in optoelectronic devices, particularly in infrared and terahertz technologies. She has made substantial contributions to condensed matter physics and engineering, with particular emphasis on nonlinear optics and semiconductor physics and technology. Her current research explores gallium oxide materials, quantum cascade lasers, and type-II superlattices for advanced photodetection applications, with a strong focus on practical implementations for telecommunications, imaging, and sensing. Analysis of Professor Razeghi's extensive publication record (over 1,000 papers) reveals a consistent trajectory of innovation in semiconductor photonics. Her recent work demonstrates a strategic progression toward developing high-power, efficient devices capable of room-temperature operation across challenging spectral regions. There is a clear emphasis on gallium oxide materials and type-II superlattices to overcome traditional limitations in infrared detection and terahertz generation. Her research increasingly bridges fundamental materials science with practical device engineering, resulting in technologies with significant commercial and scientific applications. Professor Razeghi has received numerous prestigious honors and awards throughout her distinguished career: Benjamin Franklin Medal in Electrical Engineering (2018) Elected Lifetime Fellow of IEEE (2017) Jan Czochralski Gold Medal (2016) IBM Faculty Award (2013) Elected Lifetime Fellow of Materials Research Society (2008) Multiple fellowships including APS, IOP, OSA, SPIE, and SWE Society of Women Engineers Achievement Award (1995) IBM Europe Science and Technology Prize (1987) As an academic mentor, Professor Razeghi has supervised 51 PhD dissertations and 20 MS theses at Northwestern University, and currently oversees approximately 15 PhD students, post-doctoral researchers, and visiting faculty. She created the Graduate and Undergraduate Programs in Solid State Engineering in the ECE Department at Northwestern, establishing a comprehensive 12-course curriculum. Her professional service includes chairing international conferences and serving on numerous editorial boards for leading journals in physics and engineering. She has also provided expertise to international organizations including the United Nations and the European Research Council, demonstrating her global impact on semiconductor science and technology. Professor Razeghi directs the Center for Quantum Devices (CQD) at Northwestern University, a world-class research facility focused on semiconductor materials and devices. Under her leadership, CQD has become a hub for innovation in infrared and terahertz technologies, with research spanning fundamental materials science to practical device applications. The center maintains strong connections with industry and government laboratories, facilitating the translation of basic research into real-world technologies. Current research directions at CQD include advanced quantum cascade lasers, novel infrared detectors, and next-generation semiconductor materials for optoelectronic applications.
Dr. David Morse is a Professor specializing in targeted radiopharmaceutical therapies and molecular imaging. His research focuses on developing cell-surface targeted conjugates for cancer therapy and imaging, with recent emphasis on alpha-particle therapies and companion imaging tracers. He is affiliated with the Molecular Medicine Program and Metabolism and Physiology departments, collaborating with centers like the Melanoma & Skin Cancer Center of Excellence and Lung Cancer Center of Excellence. His work aims to translate novel radiopharmaceuticals for clinical use, particularly in rare melanomas, colorectal cancer, and breast cancer. Education: PhD in Molecular & Cellular Biology and Cancer Biology from the University of Arizona. Research Interests: Dr. Morse’s projects include developing targeted alpha-particle therapies (TAT-RPTs) for rare melanomas, creating companion imaging tracers for radiation dosimetry, and bispecific nanobody imaging agents for surgical guidance. His studies also address the radiobiology of targeted therapies and tumor microenvironment interactions. His work bridges oncology, molecular biology, and imaging technologies to enhance therapeutic efficacy and precision. Key Article Trends: Recent publications focus on alpha-particle therapies, fluorescence-guided surgery, and radiopharmaceutical quality control. Research spans preclinical evaluations of therapies, pharmacokinetic analyses, and tumor-targeting ligand development, emphasizing translational applications. Grants: Current funding includes projects on MUC16-targeted therapies, orexin receptor agonist discovery, and translational studies for melanoma therapies, supported by the Department of Defense and private foundations. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams at Moffitt Cancer Center, focusing on experimental therapeutics and cancer imaging technologies.
Dr. Eric Vandervoort holds multiple academic roles: Medical Physicist at The Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre, Adjunct Research Professor in the Department of Physics at Carleton University, and Assistant Professor in the Division of Medical Physics at the University of Ottawa's Department of Radiology. His research focuses on medical physics applications in stereotactic ablative radiosurgery, including accurate modeling of detector responses and evaluating dose delivery uncertainties in advanced systems like CyberKnife and GammaPod. Key research areas include radiation beam modeling, multileaf collimator calibration, and patient anatomy changes during treatment. Dr. Vandervoort is also involved in prototyping patient immobilization techniques for the GammaPod breast radiotherapy system and developing MR-based dose calculation using Monte Carlo models. He leads projects on in-room image guidance for real-time patient positioning verification. He contributes to the implementation of new technologies such as the Ottawa Hospital's GammaPod and dedicated MRI-simulation suite, slated for 2018 installation. His work emphasizes precision and safety in radiation therapy, addressing clinical challenges in complex delivery systems.
José Manuel Escalante Castro holds the position of Contratado Predoctoral ACIF (Pre-doctoral Researcher) at the Instituto de Física Corpuscular (IFIC) , a joint center of the University of Valencia and the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC). His affiliation is listed under the Experimental Unit (Unidad Experimental), suggesting involvement in experimental physics research. Contact information includes the email Jose.Manuel.Escalante@ific.uv.es and office IATA 1-2-09. Research interests are inferred from his departmental affiliation to focus on experimental particle physics , including topics like accelerator-based experiments, detector development, and astroparticle physics. No specific publications, awards, or grants are explicitly listed in the provided text.
Carlos Manuel Mariñas Pardo is a Research Professor at the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) affiliated with the Instituto de Física Corpuscular (IFIC), a joint center of CSIC and the University of Valencia. His research focuses on semiconductor detectors for high-energy physics experiments, including upgrades for the HL-LHC ATLAS detector at CERN and Belle II detector at KEK. He actively contributes to the DRD3/RD50 Collaboration and AIDAInnova H2020 innovation program. His expertise spans semiconductor technology, particle physics, and detector development for major international collaborations.
Alessandro Bertarelli is a Researcher at CERN, specializing in accelerator physics and advanced magnet technology. He is actively involved in the International Muon Collider Collaboration (IMCC) and plays a key role in developing superconducting magnets and collimation systems for high-energy particle accelerators. His work focuses on advancing technologies for the High-Luminosity Large Hadron Collider (HL-LHC) and future colliders like the Muon Collider and Future Circular Collider (FCC). His research interests include beam dynamics, collimation system design, high-field superconducting magnets, and material testing under extreme conditions. Bertarelli has contributed to numerous projects, including the conceptual design of 40 T solenoids for muon colliders, experimental validation of collimator materials at CERN’s HiRadMat facility, and studies on FCC-hh collimation systems. He collaborates with institutions worldwide, including SLAC, Brookhaven, and universities in Malta, Rome, and Kyoto. Key contributions include advancing ReBCO (Rare-earth Barium Copper Oxide) magnet technology, optimizing collimation performance for HL-LHC, and developing methodologies for testing high-performance materials under proton irradiation. His work bridges theoretical models with experimental validation, ensuring robustness and safety in next-generation accelerators. Bertarelli has authored over 100 publications, focusing on accelerator components, magnet design, and beam-collimator interactions. His research aims to push the boundaries of accelerator technology, enabling future discoveries in particle physics while addressing challenges in beam stability, material durability, and energy efficiency.
Saleh Alnaeli is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics, Statistics & Computer Science at the University of Wisconsin-Stout. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Kent State University (2015), an M.S. from Technical University of Ostrava (201?), and a B.S. from the University of Zawia. His research focuses on software evolution, security, and parallelization, with a strong emphasis on IoT systems and static analysis of software repositories. Dr. Alnaeli’s work bridges empirical software engineering and cybersecurity, addressing challenges in source code vulnerabilities, automatic parallelization, and multicore programming. His contributions include cloud-based tools for detecting insecure code patterns and studies on vulnerabilities in open-source and IoT systems. Professional affiliations include IEEE, ACM, and ISCA. Publications reveal a trend toward IoT security, software quality, and empirical methodologies. Recent work explores interdisciplinary applications like drone-based educational frameworks and cosmic ray detectors. No awards are explicitly listed, though his research impacts software reliability and cybersecurity. His advising record is not detailed in the provided texts, and no grants or labs are mentioned. Collaborations likely occur through conference participation and tool development for the open-source community.
Radu-Mihai COLIBAN is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electronics and Computers, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Technical Education of Braila. His research focuses on digital signal processing, digital systems design, and hyperspectral image processing with applications in remote sensing, FPGA implementations, and image segmentation. He has contributed to projects like the ATLAS New Small Wheel detector electronics and developed novel methods for hyperspectral visualization and fractal analysis. Education: PhD in Electronics/Computer Science (inferred from academic rank) Advanced training in FPGA design and signal processing techniques Research Interests: Signal Processing: Digital systems, FPGA-based implementations, and real-time signal analysis Image Analysis: Hyperspectral/multispectral data processing, segmentation algorithms, and color texture characterization Applications: Agricultural monitoring, medical imaging, and high-energy physics instrumentation Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes hyperspectral image processing (e.g., band selection, segmentation) and FPGA-accelerated algorithms (e.g., modular arithmetic, 8b/10b encoding). His 2023-2025 publications show a focus on agricultural datasets (DACIA5), polarization-based analysis, and environmental monitoring. Lab/Teams: Involved in interdisciplinary projects combining signal processing with remote sensing and hardware design. Likely collaborates with the ATLAS experiment team and local/ international research groups in fractal analysis and image denoising.
Yuri Gershtein is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Rutgers University. His research focuses on High Energy Physics, including contributions to the Higgs boson discovery and searches for physics beyond the Standard Model using the CMS experiment at CERN's Large Hadron Collider (LHC). He is a member of the Rutgers HEX group and has held leadership roles in the CMS collaboration, including serving as US Physics Coordinator. Gershtein has received notable awards such as the NSF CAREER Award and the Rutgers Trustees Award for Excellence in Research. He teaches advanced undergraduate courses in electromagnetism and mechanics, consistently applying an open-door policy for student interaction. His professional service includes roles in curriculum development and departmental governance. Active collaboration sites include CERN, Fermilab (FNAL), and international institutions like UC Davis and Harvard. His work emphasizes experimental particle physics with a focus on detector technology and data analysis in high-energy collisions.
Michela Negro is an Assistant Professor of Physics & Astronomy at Louisiana State University (LSU), with affiliations at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (NASA GSFC) and the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Torino (2019) and has extensive experience in high-energy astrophysics and space instrumentation. Education : Ph.D. in Physics (2015–2019), University of Torino: Thesis on Unveiling the unresolved gamma-ray background through its angular power spectrum Master’s in Nuclear and Subnuclear Physics (2012–2014), University of Torino: Thesis on Study of the inclusive spectrum of cosmic ray electrons with the Fermi Large Area Telescope Research Interests : Focuses on multimessenger astrophysics, high-energy polarimetry, and machine learning applications. Leads investigations into gamma-ray sources, magnetars, blazars, and cosmic ray physics. Active in space missions like Fermi-LAT , IXPE , COSI , and future concepts such as AMEGO-X and AXIS . Grants & Funding : Secured ~$900,000 in grants as Principal Investigator, supporting research into cosmic ray acceleration and multimessenger phenomena. Professional Roles : Deputy Secretary/Treasurer of the American Physical Society Division of Astrophysics (APS-DAP) Member of the CRESST collaboration at NASA GSFC Labs & Teams : Conducts research within the LSU Department of Physics & Astronomy and collaborates with international teams on mission design and data analysis.
Professor Daniela Bortoletto is Professor and Head of the Particle Physics subdepartment at the University of Oxford, holding a Nicholas Kurti Senior Research Fellowship at Brasenose College. She leads the UK ATLAS collaboration and serves as Deputy Scientific Coordinator of the EU Network AIDA. Her academic journey includes distinguished professorships at Purdue University prior to joining Oxford in 2013. Her research focuses on experimental particle physics within the ATLAS experiment at CERN's Large Hadron Collider. Bortoletto was a key member of the team that discovered the Higgs boson in 2012 and continues to investigate Higgs boson properties, dark matter couplings, and higher-mass Higgs-like particles. Her expertise spans silicon detector development, particularly for the ATLAS inner tracking system upgrade, and she has made significant contributions to Higgs physics through precision measurements of production mechanisms and decay channels. Bortoletto's recent publications demonstrate leadership in cutting-edge detector technology (MALTA2 sensors), novel statistical methods (neural simulation-based inference), and comprehensive Higgs boson characterization. Her work addresses fundamental questions in particle physics through both experimental innovation and sophisticated data analysis techniques. Fellow of the Institute of Physics (2015) Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (2013) Fellow of the American Physical Society (2004) Alfred P. Sloan Fellow (1994-1996) Ruth and Joel Spira Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Education (2004) Bortoletto maintains extensive leadership in international collaborations, serving on numerous advisory committees including the UK STFC LBNF DUNE PIP-II Oversight Committee and the Scientific Advisory Panel for Belgium's be.h Excellence of Science program. Her editorial work for Nuclear Instruments and Methods reflects her commitment to advancing detector physics methodology. She actively participates in major detector upgrade projects for the High-Luminosity LHC, focusing on silicon pixel technology that will handle the increased collision rates from 2022 onward.
Dr. Joe Lin is a Researcher in the Department of Applied Biosciences at Macquarie University's School of Engineering. His work focuses on developing electrochemical detection systems for real-time monitoring of volatile compounds from invasive insect pests, addressing challenges in agricultural biosafety. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of New South Wales, where his thesis explored high-performance catalytic electrodes for hydrogen peroxide electrosynthesis. Education: Doctor of Philosophy (Chemical Engineering), UNSW (2019–2023) Research Interests: Electrochemical sensors, agricultural pest detection, hydrogen peroxide synthesis, graphene-based materials, and catalytic electrode design. His current project Electrochemical detectors for volatile organic compounds emitted by invasive insects (2023–2026) aims to advance field-deployable biosafety solutions. Key Contributions: His publications span electrochemical synthesis methods, graphene-MOF composites, and field-optimized sensing technologies. Collaborations involve experts in materials science and environmental engineering. Future Work: Expanding applications of electrochemical platforms for real-time environmental monitoring and sustainable chemical production.
