جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Superfluidity
• Nanomechanics
• Quantum Nanofluidics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

John Davis is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Alberta, Faculty of Science. He holds a PhD and MSc from Northwestern University and a Bachelor’s from Washington University. His research focuses on nanomechanics, superfluidity, and superconductivity, particularly in confined geometries and quantum properties of nanomechanical systems. His lab develops superfluid-based technologies for dark matter detection and precision measurement. He has held academic positions since 2010, including roles at the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research and postdoctoral training at the University of Alberta with Prof. Mark R. Freeman. Education: PhD in Physics (2008), Northwestern University MSc in Physics (2003), Northwestern University Bachelor’s in Physics with Honors (2001), Washington University Research Interests: Superfluid nanomechanical resonators Ultralow-temperature superfluid 3He Nanofluidic cavity quantum electrodynamics Quantum-limited torque magnetometry Applications in dark matter detection and gravitational wave sensing His recent work emphasizes magnomechanics and optomechanical transduction , integrating superfluid systems with quantum sensors. Articles highlight advancements in cryogenic devices, nonlinear dynamics, and hybrid quantum systems. Ongoing projects include the HElium-based Light Operated Superfluid (HELIOS) dark matter detector. Grants & Labs: His lab operates a cryogen-efficient low-temperature facility, focusing on microfluidic quantum fluid experiments. Collaborations involve advanced photonic crystal cavities and diamond-based optomechanical platforms.

Serdar K. Gozpinarمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

• High Energy Physics
• Particle Physics
• Experimental Physics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Serdar K. Gozpinar serves as a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Physics within the College of Arts and Sciences at the University at Buffalo, where he has been teaching faculty since 2013. His academic credentials include: Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Baskent University (2006) Doctor of Philosophy in Experimental High Energy Physics from Brandeis University (2012) Professor Gozpinar specializes in experimental particle physics with deep involvement in the ATLAS collaboration at CERN's Large Hadron Collider. His research focuses on fundamental particle interactions and high-energy collision analysis, contributing to advancements in subatomic physics. His engineering background uniquely bridges theoretical physics with experimental instrumentation design. As a dedicated teaching faculty member, he delivers physics curriculum across undergraduate programs. His pedagogical approach integrates cutting-edge research methodologies with core physics principles, particularly in electromagnetism and quantum mechanics. The department leverages his CERN experience to provide students with real-world experimental physics perspectives.

Steven L. Manlyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• High Energy Physics
• Nuclear Physics
• Gravitational Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Steven L. Manly is a Professor of Physics at the University of Rochester within the College of Arts, Sciences and Engineering. He has been affiliated with the University of Rochester since 1998, following a decade at Yale University as both a postdoc and faculty member. Professor Manly received his BA in chemistry, mathematics, and physics from Pfeiffer College in 1982 and his PhD in experimental high-energy physics from Columbia University in 1989 under Charles Baltay. His research spans high energy, nuclear, and gravitational physics, with a current focus on neutrino physics across multiple major experiments. His primary research interests include neutrino interactions and oscillations, with significant contributions to the T2K experiment (for which he shared the 2016 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics), the MINERvA experiment at Fermilab, and the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE). His work aims to understand neutrino properties, measure oscillation parameters, and investigate potential connections to matter-antimatter asymmetry in the universe. The recent publications reflect a strong focus on neutrino cross-section measurements, detector calibration techniques, and data analysis methods for the T2K and DUNE experiments. His research group contributes significantly to advancing our understanding of neutrino properties and interactions through precision measurements. NY State Professor of the Year (2003) Mercer Brugler Distinguished Teaching Professor (2002-2005) American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (2007) Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics (2016, shared as member of T2K) Professor Manly has authored or co-authored numerous publications in leading physics journals, with recent work focusing on neutrino interaction measurements, detector development, and data analysis techniques. His research has involved collaborations with major international facilities including Fermilab, J-PARC in Japan, and Brookhaven National Laboratory. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, his participation in large-scale international collaborations suggests significant research funding support.

Edoardo Charbonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ultra High-Speed Optical Sensors
• 3D Optical Sensors
• LiDAR
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Edoardo Charbon is a Full Professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in the School of Engineering, where he leads the Advanced Quantum Architecture Lab (AQUA). He also serves on the School Council STI and is Co-Director of STI-SSIQ Administration. Previously, he was a full professor and chair at Delft University of Technology from 2008 to 2016. Charbon received his Elektrotechnik Diploma from ETH Zurich, M.S. from UC San Diego, and Ph.D. from UC Berkeley, all in electrical engineering. His career spans industry experience at Cadence Design Systems and Canesta Inc. before joining EPFL in 2002. His research focuses on ultra high-speed and 3D optical sensors, with applications in LiDAR, FLIM (Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging Microscopy), PET (Positron Emission Tomography), FCS (Fluorescence Correlation Spectroscopy), and NIROT (Near-Infrared Optical Tomography). He has pioneered deep-submicron CMOS SPAD technology, which is now mass-produced and used in smartphones, telemeters, and medical diagnostics. His recent work bridges cryo-CMOS circuits for quantum computing with advanced optical sensing techniques. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward integrating quantum technologies with practical imaging applications. His work spans from fundamental device development (SPAD sensors, cryo-CMOS circuits) to applied systems (LiDAR engines, medical imaging devices), with increasing integration of machine learning techniques for real-time processing. 2023 IISS Pioneering Achievement Award Fellow of the IEEE Distinguished visiting scholar, W. M. Keck Institute for Space at Caltech Fellow, Kavli Institute of Nanoscience Delft Distinguished lecturer, IEEE Photonics Society Professor Charbon has authored or co-authored over 500 papers and two books, and holds 27 patents. His research has been supported by collaborations with organizations including Bosch, X-Fab, Texas Instruments, Maxim, Sony, Agilent, and the Carlyle Group. He has driven significant innovation in CMOS SPAD technology, which is now commercially deployed in various applications. He leads the Advanced Quantum Architecture Lab (AQUA) at EPFL, which focuses on the development of advanced sensor systems combining quantum technologies with conventional electronics. The lab has been instrumental in creating SPAD-based imaging systems that push the boundaries of time-resolved optical detection.

André Rubbiaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neutrino Physics
• Astro-Particle Physics
• Dark Matter Detection
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. André Rubbia is a Full Professor of Experimental Physics at ETH Zurich's Department of Physics, holding this position since December 2003 after serving as Associate Professor from 1998. His research spans neutrino physics, astro-particle physics, and dark matter detection through major international collaborations including CERN, Gran Sasso National Laboratory, and Fermilab. He currently serves as Co-Spokesperson for the billion-dollar DUNE neutrino project at Fermilab, managing over 900 scientists. His educational background includes: Diploma in Physics from the University of Geneva (1990), with thesis work on the L3 experiment at CERN's LEP accelerator Ph.D. in Physics from MIT (1993) under Nobel Laureate S.C.C. Ting, focusing on high-energy electron-positron collisions Rubbia's research centers on fundamental particle interactions, particularly neutrino oscillations and physics beyond the Standard Model. He pioneered liquid Argon Time Projection Chamber (LAr TPC) technology and dual-phase detection systems, enabling breakthroughs in neutrino mass measurements and dark matter searches. His work spans underground laboratories (Gran Sasso, Canfranc), the LHC's CMS detector, and neutrino beam experiments like T2K. Recent explorations include antimatter gravity tests, electron-positron bound states, and dark hidden sector searches. His 2025 publications reveal intense focus on neutrino oscillation parameter precision (T2K, Hyper-Kamiokande), FASER's LHC neutrino program, and DarkSide-20k dark matter detector development. Key themes include cross-section measurements, advanced detector technologies (SiPMs, emulsion tracking), and statistical methods for oscillation analysis, reflecting integration of theoretical modeling with cutting-edge instrumentation. Scientific recognition includes: Breakthrough Prize for Fundamental Physics (2016) awarded to the international team for discovering matter-anti-matter asymmetry in neutrino oscillations APS Viewpoint selection for editing the paper announcing first electron neutrino appearance at accelerators Rubbia has supervised over fifty PhD and Master's theses while securing substantial research funding as Principal Investigator for 20+ Swiss National Science Foundation projects and Coordinator of two EU FP7 Design Studies. His DUNE leadership involves complex international grant management across 30+ countries. He leads ETH Zurich's experimental particle physics group across multiple facilities: the ICARUS neutrino detector at Gran Sasso, CMS at CERN, DUNE at Fermilab, and DarkSide-20k for direct dark matter detection. His team developed the first underground ton-scale liquid argon detector and maintains collaborations with Japanese (Super-Kamiokande) and American (Fermilab) institutions.

Steven Hoekstraمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Atomic Physics
• Molecular Physics
• Stark Deceleration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. dr. Steven Hoekstra is an Associate Professor of Atomic and Molecular Physics at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Science and Engineering, within the Van Swinderen Institute. His research focuses on precision measurements using cold molecules to explore fundamental physics, including Stark deceleration, laser cooling, and searches for physics beyond the Standard Model. He leads the NL-eEDM program at Nikhef, investigating the electron's electric dipole moment. Hoekstra is also involved in educational innovation, having received the Teacher of the Year award (2020) and a Senior Teacher Qualification (2023). He has supervised over 11 PhD theses and currently mentors 5 students. His work combines experimental techniques with theoretical insights, addressing questions like symmetry violations and quantum dynamics. Key projects include manipulating BaF molecules with electrostatic fields and exploring levitated nanoparticles as sensors. Hoekstra has secured major grants, including NWO VICI (2022) and VIDI (2013), and collaborates internationally on projects like the European Strategy for particle physics. Recent articles highlight advancements in molecular beam control, spin-precession methods for EDM searches, and opportunities in radioactive molecules. He actively participates in the Physics Olympiad Netherlands as chair, contributing to science outreach and education.

Joey W Hustonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• High Energy Physics
• Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD)
• Particle Phenomenology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Joey W Huston is a Professor at the Department of Physics & Astronomy, Michigan State University, and a Visiting Professor at the Institute for Particle Physics Phenomenology, Durham University. He has over 600 publications with >30,000 citations, including 9 papers with >500 cites each. Positions: MSU Research Foundation Professor (1998-present), Visiting Professor at Durham (2003-present) Education: Ph.D. (1983) and B.S. (1976) from University of Rochester and Carnegie-Mellon University His research focuses on Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD) , Parton Distribution Functions , and Jet Physics . He contributes to Higgs Boson studies, Supersymmetry , and Dark Matter Searches via the ATLAS experiment at the LHC. Recent articles (2025) highlight advancements in Jet Flavour Tagging , Top-Quark Mass Measurement , and Exotic Higgs Decays , alongside computational innovations like Neural Simulation-Based Inference and Cloud Resource Optimization . Scientific Awards: APS Fellow (2025), Distinguished Visitor by Scottish Universities Physics Alliance (SUPA) Prof. Huston has co-spoken for the CTEQ collaboration and organized workshops at Les Houches, Kavli Institute, and Fermilab. He authored the Handbook on Perturbative QCD and is writing a book on QCD at the LHC for Oxford University Press.

Jens Jørgen Gaardhøjeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

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

Jens Jørgen Gaardhøje is a tenured Professor at the Niels Bohr Institute , University of Copenhagen, specializing in Experimental Particle Physics . He leads the Subatomic Physics Division and directs the Danish National Center for CERN Research (NICE) . He is a member of the management board of the ALICE experiment at CERN's Large Hadron Collider (LHC). Born in 1954 (Hørsholm, Denmark) Dr. Scient. (1993, University of Copenhagen) Cand. Scient. (1980, Niels Bohr Institute, UCPH) Baccalaureat (1972, Lyçée Français Charles Lepierre, Lisbon, Portugal) His research focuses on high-energy nuclear reactions , progressing from MeV to TeV scales. He pioneered studies on Giant Resonances and co-founded the BRAHMS experiment at RHIC (1997-2010), establishing the Quark Gluon Plasma (sQGP) . Currently, he leads the Forward Multiplicity Detector project for ALICE at LHC, advancing understanding of particle production and collective properties of sQGP. His work spans quark-gluon dynamics , heavy ion collisions , and detector development . Recent publications highlight ALICE experiment studies at LHC, including femtoscopy in pp collisions, direct photon production , hypernuclei , and J/ψ correlations . These articles emphasize quark-gluon plasma , strange baryons , and ultra-peripheral collision analyses. Scientific Awards : Knight of the Order of Dannebrog, Chevalier des Palmes Académiques, Professor Honoris Causa (University of Bucharest), Top 5 in Science in Denmark (Ingeniørens Ugeblad), Fellow of the Danish Academy of Natural Science Grants & Leadership : Over 300 MDKK in career funding, Exec-chair of CERN-UP , Founder of L’Oréal-UNESCO-KDVS Women in Science Prize International Roles : Vice-president of CERN Council, Member of Science Europe Advisory Board, Chair of ESFRI PSE Strategic Working Group He has supervised 24 PhD , 21 MSc , and 24 postdocs , and organized numerous international conferences on nuclear, particle, and societal impacts of science.

Anand N.K.مشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Physics-Informed Neural Networks
• Finite Volume Techniques
• Reduced Order Modeling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

N.K. Anand is a Distinguished Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University, holding the James J. Cain III Regents Professorship. He leads research in advanced computational methods and thermal-hydraulic systems, with affiliations to Multidisciplinary Engineering and Nuclear Engineering programs. His work focuses on physics-informed machine learning, finite volume methods, and aerosol transport in nuclear reactor contexts. Education: PhD (Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University, 1983), M.S. (Kansas State University, 1979), and B.E. (Bangalore University, 1978). Awards include the ASME James Harry Potter Gold Medal (2020) and multiple teaching/administrative excellence awards from Texas A&M. Research emphasizes fluid dynamics modeling (e.g., PINNs for periodic flows, turbulent deposition studies), heat pipe systems, and nuclear reactor thermal-hydraulics. His Versatile Test Reactor (VTR) contributions include cartridge loop designs and aerosol transport experiments. Active in high-temperature reactor safety, with facilities studying pebble beds, helical coil exchangers, and HTGR upper plenum dynamics. Publications span physics-informed ML applications, finite volume techniques, and nuclear thermal systems. Grants supported development of advanced CFD tools and reactor safety infrastructure. His lab collaborates on international nuclear energy projects and emerging AI-driven simulation methodologies.

Alexandra Gadeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nuclear Physics
• Exotic Nuclei
• Nuclear Structure
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Alexandra Gade is a University Distinguished Professor at the Department of Physics and Astronomy in the College of Natural Science , Michigan State University (MSU). She serves as the FRIB Scientific Director and has held leadership roles at both the National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory (NSCL) and FRIB. Her research focuses on the structure of exotic nuclei using radioactive isotope beams , with expertise in Coulomb excitation and nucleon knockout reactions . Education: Ph.D. in Physics (Dr. rer. nat.), University of Köln (2002) Diploma thesis, University of Köln (1998) Vordiplom, University of Köln (1995) Her nuclear structure research investigates how neutron-proton asymmetry alters nuclear properties like deformation, excitation patterns, and shell closures. She employs advanced experimental techniques at NSCL/FRIB, including the S800 spectrograph and GRETINA/SeGA gamma-ray detectors , to study exotic nuclei across the nuclear chart. Key projects include proton/neutron removal reactions and intermediate-energy Coulomb excitation , providing insights into nuclear deformation , collective modes , and single-particle orbit modifications . Recent scientific contributions focus on high-profile FRIB experiments , triaxial nuclear shapes , and shell evolution near drip lines . Her work bridges experimental observations with nuclear theory , particularly in refining shell model calculations and reaction models for exotic systems. Scientific Awards: 2023-24 Research Leadership Award (MSU) 2020 AAAS Fellow 2018 William J. Beal Outstanding Faculty Award (MSU) 2017 NatSci Outstanding Faculty Award (MSU) 2015 Zdzislaw Szymanski Prize 2014 GENCO Membership Award (GSI) 2013 APS Fellow 2010 Thomas H. Osgood Excellence in Teaching Award (MSU) 2008 Alfred P. Sloan Fellow 2008 DOE Outstanding Junior Investigator Her research group has trained numerous PhD students and postdoctoral researchers , many of whom hold academic or national laboratory positions. Collaborations include nuclear theorists , instrumentation experts , and international facilities like CERN, Argonne, and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.

Julia Thom-Levyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Experimental Particle Physics
• Heavy Quark Physics
• Hadron Collider Physics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Julia Thom-Levy is a Professor of Physics in the College of Arts and Sciences at Cornell University, serving as Deputy Director of the Cornell Laboratory of Accelerator-Based Sciences and Education and Vice Provost for Academic Innovation. Her career at Cornell progressed from Assistant Professor (2005-2012) to Associate Professor (2012-2018) and Professor (2018-present), following prior research roles at SLAC and Fermilab. She earned her Physics Dipl. (1997) and Ph.D. (2001) from Hamburg University. Her research centers on experimental particle physics, with expertise in heavy quark physics, hadron collider physics, and silicon detector development for both particle physics and X-ray science applications. She leads critical work on CMS experiment upgrades at CERN's LHC, focusing on radiation-hard pixel detectors and Higgs boson/top quark physics analysis. Her 2013-2018 publications reveal a consistent focus on precision measurements in top quark physics and Higgs boson studies through CMS collaboration, alongside innovative detector technology development. The research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between high-energy physics and advanced materials science. Awards and Honors: Fellow, German National Scholarship Foundation (1993-1997) She advises graduate student Lena Franklin and has mentored postdocs Joseph Reichert and Jose Monroy, along with undergraduates Hannah Hu, Benjamin Myers, Jeffrey Backus, and Alexander Albert. Her group secures significant funding including a $3.8M NSF grant for early universe research and $2.7M for the Active Learning Initiative. She directs detector R&D for CHESS light source applications and leads Cornell's academic innovation efforts through the Active Learning Initiative, which has transformed classroom instruction across STEM disciplines.

Alain Bonnevilleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geothermal Energy
• Geological CO2 Storage
• Geophysical Methods
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alain Bonneville is a Lab Fellow and Geophysicist at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) and holds a Courtesy Professor appointment at Oregon State University's College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences. With extensive experience in geological storage of CO2, geothermal energy, and geophysical monitoring techniques, Dr. Bonneville leads diverse research projects that bridge fundamental science and practical applications for energy and environmental challenges. Dr. Bonneville's educational background includes: PhD in Geophysics from the University of Montpellier, France MS in Petroleum Geophysics from IFP-School, Paris, France BS in Geology from the University of Lyon, France Dr. Bonneville's research spans several critical areas in Earth sciences and energy systems. His work on geothermal energy focuses on super-hot enhanced geothermal systems (EGS), site characterization, monitoring, and stimulation fluids. In geological CO2 storage, he investigates project management, site characterization, numerical modeling, and monitoring methods using potential fields and remote sensing. His expertise in geophysical methods includes heat flow measurements, gravity surveys, muon tomography development for borehole deployment, and remote sensing applications. Additional research areas encompass marine heat flow instrumentation development, thermal monitoring of active volcanoes, and intraplate volcanism studies in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Dr. Bonneville has received significant recognition for his contributions to science, including: Membership in the Washington State Academy of Sciences Lab Fellow position at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Executive Committee membership on the U.S. National Risk Assessment Partnership Scientific Committee membership at IFP-Energies Nouvelles, France He also holds two U.S. patents related to electrophilic acid gas-reactive fluids for enhanced fracturing and recovery of energy producing materials. Throughout his career, Dr. Bonneville has led significant research initiatives, including the PNNL Carbon Sequestration Initiative (2009-2013) and the European Marie Curie Research Training Network on Greenhouse Gas Removal (GRASP), which involved 14 academic and industrial institutions across 7 countries and supported 35 PhD students and post-docs. His work on the FutureGen 2.0 project demonstrates his leadership in large-scale carbon storage site characterization and monitoring program design. Dr. Bonneville maintains active collaborations with research teams at PNNL's Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory and works closely with Oregon State University's geoscience researchers. His laboratory work focuses on developing novel instrumentation for geophysical monitoring, particularly in the areas of muon tomography for subsurface characterization and thermal monitoring systems for geothermal and carbon storage applications.

Oliver Schmitzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plasma Edge Physics
• Plasma Wall Interaction
• Three-Dimensional Plasma Edge Transport
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Oliver Schmitz is a Professor in the Department of Nuclear Engineering & Engineering Physics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he leads research in plasma edge physics for magnetic confinement fusion and next-generation particle accelerators. His work bridges experimental plasma science, computational modeling, and diagnostic development with applications in both tokamaks and stellarators. Education: PhD (2006), Heinrich-Heine-Universität Diploma (2003), Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Professor Schmitz's research focuses on 3D plasma edge transport phenomena, plasma-wall interactions, and helicon plasma generation for wakefield accelerators. His group employs advanced computational tools like EMC3-EIRENE for 3D plasma edge modeling and develops active spectroscopic diagnostics to measure plasma parameters through atomic emission analysis. Key themes include resonant magnetic perturbation effects in tokamaks, inherent 3D physics in stellarators, and high-density plasma sustainment for accelerator applications. He actively develops atomic models to interpret spectroscopic data and operates helicon plasma test stands for fundamental process studies. Recent publications reveal strong emphasis on experimental-computational integration for fusion boundary physics, with significant contributions to ITER divertor solutions, stellarator exhaust optimization, and plasma-facing materials. The work shows growing focus on wakefield accelerator diagnostics through helicon plasma sources and advanced spectroscopy, alongside persistent innovation in 3D modeling of plasma-material interfaces. Scientific Awards: 2020 Thomas and Suzanne Werner Chair Professorship 2018 UW Madison Teaching Academy Fellow 2017 ITER Science Fellowship & Vilas Mid-Career Award 2015 DOE Early Career Award & NSF CAREER Award 2011 Torkil Jensen Award (General Atomics) 2007 Günther-Leibfried-Preis (Jülich) Professor Schmitz directs multiple DOE/NSF-funded research programs including his UW Madison laboratory and AWAKE project contributions at CERN. He mentors graduate students through NE 890/990 thesis research courses and has developed nationally recognized K-12 outreach including the "Plasma Show" for elementary schools and "Plasma Academy" for high-school educators developing AP Physics curriculum modules. His leadership extends to university governance through the Kaufman seminar on academic leadership. His research group operates helicon plasma test stands and computational facilities for EMC3-EIRENE simulations, with current efforts focused on high-density plasma sources for accelerators and resilient divertor solutions for stellarators. The group maintains strong international collaborations with ITER, CERN, and major fusion facilities worldwide.

Simon Makمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Statistical Modeling
• Bayesian Statistics
• Gaussian Process
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Simon Mak is an Assistant Professor of Statistical Science at Duke University and a Faculty Network Member of the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Statistics, Georgia Institute of Technology (2018) M.S. in Statistics, Georgia Institute of Technology (2018) B.S. in Statistics, Simon Fraser University (2013) Dr. Mak's research focuses on advanced statistical methodologies for complex scientific problems. His expertise spans statistical modeling , Bayesian inference , Gaussian process emulation , and uncertainty quantification . He applies these methods to nuclear physics (heavy-ion collisions), engineering (engine control systems), and music information retrieval, emphasizing scalability and interpretability in scientific computing. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals dominant trends in scalable Gaussian process methods for massive datasets and multi-fidelity simulations, particularly applied to high-energy physics and engineering systems. He has pioneered innovations in Bayesian optimization for expensive simulators and developed novel frameworks for online change-point detection in streaming data, demonstrating exceptional cross-disciplinary impact. Dr. Mak leads multiple significant research initiatives: Collaborative Research: Cost-Efficient and Confident Sampling for Modern Scientific Discovery (2023-2026) Science-Integrated Predictive modeLing (SCINPL) for scalable scientific computing (2022-2025) The X-SCAPE collaboration for statistically advanced nuclear collision modeling (2020-2025) These projects fund his development of statistical frameworks for scientific discovery in complex systems. He actively contributes to the JETSCAPE collaboration, developing multi-stage frameworks for studying jet quenching in heavy-ion collisions, and applies statistical methods through the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences to advance neuroscience research.

Donna Naplesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Particle Physics
• Neutrino Physics
• Astrophysics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Donna Naples is a Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Pittsburgh, affiliated with the Dietrich School. Her research focuses on neutrino physics, particularly their fundamental properties and oscillations. She is involved in major experiments such as NOvA, MicroBooNE, and the upcoming DUNE project at Fermilab. Her work contributes to understanding neutrino masses, mixing matrices, and potential sterile neutrinos. Naples has been recognized as a Fellow of the American Physical Society (2018). Research Interests: Neutrino oscillations and cross-section measurements High-intensity neutrino beam experiments (NuMI) Detector development for neutrino physics Search for sterile neutrinos and beyond-Standard-Model interactions Key Contributions: Leadership in the MicroBooNE detector design Analysis of MINERvA neutrino interaction data Role in planning the DUNE experiment Awards: Fellow of the American Physical Society (2018) Advising & Collaboration: Advises graduate student Fan Gao Collaborates with international teams on neutrino experiments