Dr. Alain Bellerive

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Biography

Alain Bellerive is a Professor in the Department of Physics at Carleton University, specializing in Experimental Particle Physics. His research involves the ATLAS experiment at CERN's Large Hadron Collider (LHC), where he studies the fundamental constituents of matter and their interactions. Bellerive is actively engaged in Standard Model analyses, particularly in Higgs Physics, contributing to the operation of the ATLAS New Small Wheel (NSW) and developing Micro Pattern Gas Detector technologies for future projects like the International Linear Collider (ILC). He has also led the Sudbury Neutrino Observatory group at Carleton, recognized for significant scientific breakthroughs and has collaborated on publications from this project. Bellerive encourages inquiries from graduate students interested in working with the ATLAS experiment, emphasizing a collaborative and supportive research environment.

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Experience

Professor

2005-09-01 — Present

Carleton University • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Professor of Experimental Physics focusing on particle physics research and leading the ATLAS experiment contribution at CERN.

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
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Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.