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Francesca Vidotto is an Assistant Professor and a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair at Western University, specializing in Physics and Astronomy. She focuses on fundamental problems in physics, particularly Loop Quantum Gravity and cosmology. Her research aims to develop new theoretical tools to understand the quantum aspects of space-time and their connection to observable phenomena such as black holes and the primordial universe. She leads a quantum gravity research group at Western, employing an interdisciplinary approach to tackle questions related to the mathematical structure of quantum gravity and its phenomenological aspects. Vidotto has contributed significantly to the literature, including co-authoring the book 'Covariant Loop Quantum Gravity' and several influential papers on topics like black hole remnants and primordial fluctuations. She is involved in various academic courses, contributing to both undergraduate and graduate levels. Her work is recognized internationally, having received multiple awards, including the NVH Jubilee Prize and fellowships from the Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research. She actively participates in editorial roles for prominent physics journals, enhancing the discourse within the academic community.
Western University • London, ON
Engaged in research and teaching in the fields of Physics and Astronomy, particularly focusing on Loop Quantum Gravity and its implications in cosmology.
Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.