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Michael A Osborneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Machine Learning
• Bayesian Optimization
• Gaussian Processes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michael A Osborne is Professor of Machine Learning at the University of Oxford and leads the Bayesian Exploration Lab . He serves as Director of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Autonomous Intelligent Machines and Systems and co-directs the Oxford Martin AI Governance Initiative. His research focuses on Bayesian optimization, Gaussian processes, and probabilistic numerics with applications in quantum devices, battery modeling, and AI governance. Key Positions: Professor of Machine Learning, University of Oxford Official Fellow, Exeter College Co-founder of Mind Foundry Lead Researcher, Oxford Martin Programme on Technology and Employment Research Themes: Probabilistic modeling for quantum systems Uncertainty quantification in energy storage AI safety and societal impact analysis Automated experimental design Quantum device calibration Probabilistic numerical methods Technical Contributions: Bridging reality gap in quantum devices Efficient Bayesian quadrature techniques Personalized neurostimulation algorithms Automated measurement protocols Quantum-classical hybrid ML

Nancy Margaret Reidمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Statistics
• Likelihood Inference
• Design of Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nancy Margaret Reid is a University Professor of Statistical Sciences at the University of Toronto, holding the Canada Research Chair in Statistical Theory and Applications. She has served as Scientific Director of the Canadian Statistical Sciences Institute (2015–2019) and led the Department of Statistical Sciences as Chair (1997–2002). Her research focuses on theoretical statistics, particularly likelihood inference and foundational aspects of statistical methodology. Reid earned her PhD from Stanford University (1979) under Rupert G. Miller, with Brad Efron and Vernon Johns on her committee. Reid's accolades include Fellowships from the Royal Society, Royal Society of Canada, and National Academy of Sciences, as well as the Guy Medal in Gold (2022) and David R. Cox Award (2023). She has authored influential books like *Theory of the Design of Experiments* and contributed to courses on mathematical statistics and likelihood inference. Active in academic service, she teaches graduate-level courses and has advised numerous students and postdocs in theoretical and applied statistical research.

• Topological Data Analysis
• Data Visualization
• Computational Topology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Bei Wang Phillips is an Associate Professor in the School of Computing and a faculty member at the Scientific Computing and Imaging (SCI) Institute at the University of Utah. She holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Duke University and an undergraduate degree from the University of Bridgeport. Her research focuses on Topological Data Analysis (TDA), data visualization, computational topology, and machine learning, with applications in scientific data exploration and analysis. She has received prestigious awards including the NSF CAREER Award (2022) and the PECASE Award (2025). Her work spans projects funded by NSF, NIH, and DOE, including multiparameter TDA and topology-aware data compression. She advises numerous students and collaborates on interdisciplinary initiatives in astrophysics, climate science, and AI fairness. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Duke University (2010) B.S. in Computer Science and Mathematics, University of Bridgeport (2003) Research Interests: Topological techniques for large-scale data analysis Integration of topological, geometric, and machine learning methods Applications in visualization, bioinformatics, and network analysis Key Projects: NSF-funded TDA research (DMS-2301361, OAC-2313124) DOE project on topology-preserving data compression Collaborations with NASA, Argonne National Lab, and Carnegie Institution of Washington Awards: Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (2025) NSF CAREER Award (2022) DOE Early Career Research Program (2020) Advising and Grants: Mentored over 30 students and postdocs Recipient of multiple NSF and DOE grants totaling millions

Dragan Hutererمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cosmology
• Dark Energy
• Large-Scale Structure
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dragan Huterer is a Professor of Physics and Associate Chair for the Graduate Program at the University of Michigan. His research focuses on cosmology, particularly dark energy and large-scale structure, utilizing data from the Dark Energy Survey (DES) and the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) collaborations. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Chicago (2001) and B.S. from MIT (1996). His work explores the nature of dark energy through cosmological probes like Type Ia supernovae, galaxy clustering, and cosmic microwave background anisotropies. Key contributions include co-leading DESI's first-year cosmological analysis, revealing unprecedented constraints on dark energy and neutrino masses. He also investigates the statistical isotropy of the universe and authored the textbook A Course in Cosmology: From Theory to Practice . Awards include the Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Research Award (2019) and the Chambliss Astronomical Writing Award (2025). He has advised numerous graduate and undergraduate students, and his funding includes DOE, NSF, and NASA grants. Current projects include the Michigan Cosmology Summer School and leadership in the DESI Collaboration.

Nuno F. Loureiroمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plasma Physics
• Magnetic Reconnection
• Fusion Energy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nuno F. Loureiro is Professor of Nuclear Science and Engineering and the Herman Feshbach (1942) Professor of Physics at MIT, and serves as Director of MIT's Plasma Science and Fusion Center (PSFC) since May 2024. He holds joint appointments in MIT's School of Engineering and School of Science, and is affiliated with the MIT Kavli Institute for Astrophysics and Space Research and the MIT Energy Initiative. Director, Plasma Science and Fusion Center (2024-present) Professor of Nuclear Science and Engineering (2016-present) Herman Feshbach (1942) Professor of Physics (current) Loureiro earned his MEng in Physics from Instituto Superior Técnico in Lisbon (2000) and his PhD in Physics from Imperial College London (2005). He completed postdoctoral work at Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (2005-07) and UKAEA Culham Centre for Fusion Energy (2007-09) before returning to lead the Theory and Modeling Group at the Institute for Plasmas and Nuclear Fusion at IST Lisbon. Loureiro's research focuses on fundamental aspects of magnetized plasma dynamics, with particular emphasis on magnetic reconnection, magnetic field generation and amplification, confinement and transport in fusion plasmas, and turbulence in strongly magnetized, weakly collisional plasmas. His work bridges theoretical physics with computational simulations using state-of-the-art tools like the Viriato code, which he developed for reduced-gyrokinetic modeling. His research has significant implications for both understanding cosmic phenomena and advancing practical fusion energy solutions. Analysis of Loureiro's recent publications reveals a strong focus on magnetic reconnection mechanisms across multiple scales, from electron-only reconnection to relativistic plasma turbulence. His work increasingly incorporates computational innovations, including quantum computing approaches for plasma modeling. The research spans applications from solar physics and astrophysical phenomena to practical fusion energy challenges, demonstrating the unifying nature of plasma physics across disciplines. NSF Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) (2025) American Physical Society Fellow (2022) NSF CAREER Award (2017) Thomas H. Stix Award for Outstanding Early Career Contributions (2015) Loureiro leads the Loureiro Group at MIT, which conducts research at the interface of analytical theory and numerical simulations on supercomputers. His laboratory has developed the Viriato code for plasma simulations and investigates phenomena relevant to both fusion energy and astrophysical plasmas. As Director of the PSFC, he oversees one of MIT's largest research laboratories with over 250 full-time researchers, staff members, and students working across 250,000 square feet of lab space.

Jorge Eduardo Pinto Santosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• General Relativity
• Quantum Gravity
• Gravitational Aspects of String Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Jorge Eduardo Pinto Santos holds the position of Professor of Theoretical Physics at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (DAMTP) at the University of Cambridge. His career includes roles as Reader (2018–2022), Lecturer (2013–2018), and a Junior Visiting Professorship at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton (2019–2020). He completed his Ph.D. at DAMTP between 2006 and 2010, followed by postdoctoral fellowships at Stanford University (2013–2014) and the University of California, Santa Barbara (2010–2013). His research focuses on general relativity, quantum gravity, and gravitational aspects of string theory. Key areas include numerical relativity and applications of general relativity to condensed matter physics via holography. Notable contributions involve studies on black hole binaries, extremal black holes, and the AdS/CFT correspondence. His recent work explores topics such as spinning black binaries in de Sitter space, gravitational instabilities in anti-de Sitter space, and entanglement islands in higher dimensions. He is affiliated with the High Energy Physics and Relativity and Gravitation research groups at DAMTP. His advising record includes seven doctoral students, with ongoing supervision of William Boyce (2024–present) and John Crump (2021–present). Publications highlight interdisciplinary advances, including investigations into black hole thermodynamics, cosmic censorship violations, and holographic models of condensed matter systems. His research bridges fundamental physics and numerical methods, addressing both theoretical and applied questions in gravitational physics.

Maarten de Hoopمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Seismic Wave Analysis
• Inverse Problems
• Deep Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Maarten de Hoop is the Simons Chair and Professor of Computational and Applied Mathematics at Rice University, part of the George R. Brown School of Engineering. He holds visiting roles at MIT and the Chinese Academy of Sciences. His research spans seismic wave analysis, inverse problems, deep learning, and planetary seismology. He earned his Ph.D. in Technical Sciences from Delft University of Technology (1992), and earlier degrees from Utrecht University. Notable awards include the 1996 J. Clarence Karcher Award and 2001 Fellowship from the Institute of Physics. His work integrates computational mathematics with geophysics, focusing on extracting signal information from large datasets, developing novel inverse scattering methods, and applying deep learning to geoscience challenges. Recent studies include transformer models for in-context learning, semialgebraic neural networks, and seismic waveform foundation models like SeisLM. He leads the Geo-Mathematical Imaging Group, fostering interdisciplinary projects in planetary missions and data-driven discovery.

Freddy Bouchetمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Statistical Physics
• Climate Dynamics
• Turbulence
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Freddy Bouchet is a Directeur de Recherche at CNRS and a Professeur attaché at École Normale Supérieure de Paris (ENS-PSL). His work bridges mathematical physics, climate science, data science, and statistical mechanics , focusing on turbulent flows, climate extremes, and large deviation theory . He will lead the Laboratoire de Météorologie Dynamique (LMD) starting 2025. Research Themes : Statistical mechanics of geophysical flows (Jupiter's jets, ocean currents). Large deviation theory for rare events in turbulence and climate. Non-equilibrium phase transitions in atmospheric/oceanic systems. Ensemble inequivalence in systems with long-range interactions. Scientific Awards : Three Physicists Prize Collaborations : Tapio Schneider, Antoine Venaille, J. Laurie, O. Zaboronski, B. Dubrulle, A. Venaille. Labs & Teams : Climate and Statistical Mechanics group at ENS de Lyon Future director of Laboratoire de Météorologie Dynamique (LMD/IPSL) Publications span climate dynamics, turbulence, statistical mechanics, and large deviation theory , with applications to Jupiter's atmosphere, ocean vortices, and non-equilibrium systems . His work often challenges paradigms like Tsallis non-extensive statistics.

Patricia H. Reiffمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Space Plasma Physics
• Magnetospheric Physics
• Aurorae
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Patricia H. Reiff is a Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Rice University and Associate Director for Outreach Programs at the Rice Space Institute. Her research focuses on space plasma physics, magnetospheric dynamics, auroras, and space weather. She has led missions like the Magnetospheric Multiscale (MMS) and contributed to the Dynamics Explorer, Polar, and Cluster missions. Reiff has pioneered public education initiatives, including the Discovery Dome portable planetarium system and the 'Totality!' planetarium show, reaching global audiences. She has trained fourteen PhD students and directs the Master of Science Teaching (MST) program, which has produced 36 teacher alumni as of 2024. Education: B.S. Physics (Oklahoma State University, 1971), M.S. Space Science (Rice University, 1974), and Ph.D. Space Physics and Astronomy (Rice University, 1975). Her research uses data from missions like MMS and citizen science projects like Citizen CATE to study magnetic reconnection and space weather effects. Key research interests include solar wind-magnetosphere-ionosphere interactions, magnetospheric reconnection, and the societal impacts of space weather. She has authored over 160 refereed publications and holds an H-index of 40. Reiff’s awards include AGU Fellow (1997), the Athelstan Spilhaus Award (2009), and NASA Group Achievement Awards. She is a vocal advocate for STEM education, frequently appearing in media to discuss eclipses and space science, including her role as a solar eclipse tour guide and science commentator.

Michael Klasenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Particle Physics
• Quantum Chromodynamics
• Physics beyond the Standard Model
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Michael Klasen is a leading theoretical physicist at the Institute of Theoretical Physics at the University of Münster, where he heads his eponymous research group. His work bridges nuclear and particle physics, with significant contributions to quantum chromodynamics and physics beyond the Standard Model. His research focuses on Particle Physics , Quantum Chromodynamics , and Physics beyond the Standard Model , with particular emphasis on understanding the quark-gluon structure of atomic nuclei and dark matter phenomena. His innovative approach connects microscopic quark-gluon dynamics with nuclear binding phenomena, creating a crucial bridge between nuclear and particle physics. Prof. Klasen's recent work analyzing nucleon binding at the quark-gluon level was recognized as a "Breakthrough of the Year 2024" by Physics World. His research group's publication in Physical Review Letters demonstrated how quarks and gluons behave differently in nucleon pairs than in free nucleons, fundamentally advancing our understanding of nuclear binding. Breakthrough of the Year 2024 from Physics World Leadership of Research Training Group 2149 "Strong and weak interactions - from hadrons to dark matter" Supervision of award-winning doctoral research including the Infineon Dissertation Prize 2025 Prof. Klasen has successfully mentored numerous PhD students, with 20 of his group's graduates continuing their academic careers at prestigious institutions including CERN and Stanford University. His research has been supported by major funding bodies including the German Research Foundation (DFG), the Helmholtz Alliance for Astroparticle Physics, and BMBF collaborative research programs. The Klasen working group maintains active collaborations with international research networks including CTEQ, DM@NLO, and RESUMMINO.

David Schusterمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Computing
• Superconducting Circuits
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Schuster is an Associate Professor of Physics at the University of Chicago. His primary research focuses on experimental condensed matter physics, with a particular emphasis on circuit quantum electrodynamics (cQED), superconducting qubits, and quantum information science. He leads the Schuster Lab, which explores quantum systems, hybrid quantum technologies, and topological materials. Education: Ph.D. in Physics from Yale University (2007), advised by Robert Schoelkopf. His doctoral work pioneered advancements in circuit QED, demonstrating strong coupling between superconducting qubits and microwave resonators. Research Interests: The lab investigates superconducting quantum circuits, topological photonics, quantum sensors for dark matter, and scalable quantum computing architectures. Projects include developing fluxonium qubits, autonomous error correction, and hybrid systems involving trapped electrons on helium. Key Contributions: Published in Nature , Science , and Physical Review Letters on topics like topological circuits, photon blockade, and dark matter detection using superconducting cavities. Collaborates with groups at Stanford, Purdue, and other institutions on quantum technologies. Students and Collaborators: Advises numerous graduate and undergraduate students, including prominent alumni who have transitioned to postdocs and industry roles. Lab members present at major conferences like the APS March Meeting. Labs: Schuster Lab at the University of Chicago, with access to state-of-the-art facilities like the Pritzker NanoFabrication Facility. Collaborates with the Awschalom, Cleland, and Houck groups on hybrid quantum systems and materials science.

Matthew W. Kunzمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Astrophysical plasma dynamics
• Instability and turbulence in plasmas
• Transport in weakly collisional plasmas
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Matthew W. Kunz is an Associate Professor of Astrophysical Sciences at Princeton University, serving as Associate Chair of the Department of Astrophysical Sciences and Director of Graduate Studies for the Program in Plasma Physics. He holds a B.S. in Astronomy-Physics and B.A. in Music from the University of Virginia (2003), and a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2009). His research focuses on astrophysical plasma dynamics, including instability, turbulence, and transport in weakly collisional and poorly ionized plasmas, with applications to galaxy clusters, accretion disks, and the solar wind. Dr. Kunz's work employs analytical and numerical methods to study multi-scale plasma dynamics, aiming to understand angular momentum transport in accretion disks, kinetic turbulence cascades, and magnetic field evolution. His research has been recognized with several awards, including an NSF CAREER Award (2020-25), Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowship (2017-20), and NASA Einstein Postdoctoral Fellowship (2011-14). He teaches courses on plasma astrophysics (AST 521), irreversible processes in plasmas (AST 554), and astrophysical research methods (AST 303). His publications demonstrate a consistent focus on plasma turbulence, magnetic reconnection, and cosmic ray propagation, with recent work emphasizing collisionless plasma dynamics and high-energy astrophysical phenomena.

• Geophysics
• Geodynamics
• Seismic Hazard Analysis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Saskia Goes is a Professor of Geophysics at Imperial College London's Department of Earth Science & Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering. She specializes in geodynamics, subduction dynamics, and seismic hazard analysis using numerical modeling and geophysical data interpretation. Her affiliations include the Dynamic Earth and Hazards groups at the Imperial Centre for Geohazards Dynamics. Education: PhD in Geophysics from UC Santa Cruz (1995), Drs (BSc/MSc equivalent) from Utrecht University (1990). Prior roles include SNF Professor of Tectonophysics at ETH Zurich (2003-2005), Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan (1995-1996), and postdoctoral research at Utrecht University (1996-1999). Research focuses on mantle dynamics, lithosphere structure, and subduction zone processes. Her work integrates seismic imaging, machine learning, and numerical simulations to study phenomena like slab dynamics, mantle plumes, and fluid migration. Key themes include the interplay between tectonic forces and geochemical processes in continental and oceanic settings. Publications emphasize subduction zone processes, seismic tomography, and induced seismicity. She has led projects like the VoiLA initiative studying volatile recycling in the Lesser Antilles. Awards and recognition include invited lectures at leading conferences (AGU, EGU) and universities worldwide. Teaching includes undergraduate geodynamics, geohazards courses, and advanced MSc modeling modules. Active in promoting geohazard research through interdisciplinary collaboration and public engagement.

Sean Carrollمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cosmology
• Quantum Mechanics
• General Relativity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sean Carroll serves as the Homewood Professor of Natural Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University and holds External Faculty status at the Santa Fe Institute. His research bridges cosmology, quantum mechanics, and philosophy, focusing on foundational questions about spacetime emergence, quantum interpretation, and complexity across cosmic scales. Carroll earned his Ph.D. from Harvard University in 1993. His academic trajectory reflects deep engagement with theoretical physics and philosophical inquiry, culminating in his current named professorship at Johns Hopkins. Carroll's research centers on the intersection of physics and philosophy, with significant contributions to quantum foundations, cosmology, and the nature of emergence. He is a leading proponent of the many-worlds interpretation of quantum mechanics and has pioneered work on the thermodynamic arrow of time, quantum decoherence, and the fine-tuning of initial cosmic conditions. His recent investigations explore discretized quantum systems, holographic principles in gravity, and the philosophical implications of quantum gravity. Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals a pronounced shift toward computational approaches in quantum gravity, with increasing emphasis on finite-dimensional Hilbert spaces and GPU-accelerated modeling. His work consistently integrates quantum information theory with cosmological questions, particularly examining how spacetime geometry emerges from quantum entanglement and how complexity evolves in closed systems. Carroll's scientific recognition includes: National Science Foundation Fellowship NASA Fellowship Sloan Research Fellowship Packard Fellowship Fellow of the American Physical Society American Institute of Physics Award Fellow of the Royal Society Guggenheim Fellowship Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science His research has been sustained through major fellowships from NSF, NASA, Sloan, and Packard foundations, enabling interdisciplinary collaborations across physics and philosophy. Carroll actively mentors graduate students at Johns Hopkins and contributes to public discourse through his popular science books (including the Biggest Ideas in the Universe series) and the weekly Mindscape podcast. As Fractal Faculty at the Santa Fe Institute, Carroll participates in cross-disciplinary research on complex systems, exploring how emergent phenomena arise from fundamental physical laws. His work bridges theoretical physics with broader questions about complexity in biological, cognitive, and social systems.

• Quantum Field Theory
• Scattering Amplitudes
• Gravitation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Julio Parra-Martinez is a Permanent Professor at the Institut des Hautes Études Scientifiques (IHES) since 2024. Originally from Spain, he completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Valencia, followed by a MASt in Applied Mathematics from the University of Cambridge in 2015, and a PhD in Physics from UCLA in 2020. Prior to joining IHES, he was a Sherman Fairchild Prize Postdoctoral Fellow at Caltech for three years and an Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia for one year. His educational background includes: Undergraduate: University of Valencia, Spain MASt in Applied Mathematics: University of Cambridge (2015) PhD in Physics: University of California Los Angeles (2020) Parra-Martinez is a theoretical physicist specializing in quantum field theory, scattering amplitudes, gravitation, effective field theories, and string theory. His recent work focuses on importing techniques from particle physics to classical general relativity, with applications to gravitational-wave and black-hole physics. He has made significant contributions to understanding how scattering amplitude techniques, originally developed for particle colliders, can be applied to gravitational systems. His research bridges the gap between quantum field theory and classical gravity, particularly in the context of binary black hole systems and gravitational wave emission. His publication record shows a consistent focus on using scattering amplitude methods to tackle problems in gravitational physics. Over the past five years, he has published extensively on post-Minkowskian expansions, gravitational waveforms, soft theorems, and connections between quantum field theory and classical gravity. His work often involves collaborations with leading researchers in the field and demonstrates how techniques from particle physics can be adapted to gravitational systems, particularly in the context of extreme mass ratio binaries and gravitational wave physics. Among his notable scientific achievements are: Mayhew Prize (2015) Fulbright Fellowship (2015-2020) Sherman Fairchild Prize Postdoctoral Fellowship Parra-Martinez is actively involved in the theoretical physics community, with numerous upcoming seminars, talks, and lectures scheduled through 2026 at institutions worldwide including ICTP Trieste, Universidade de Sao Paulo, University of Southampton, and others. His research program continues to explore the connections between particle physics techniques and gravitational physics, with particular emphasis on gravitational wave astronomy and black hole physics.