Dr. Linda Cremonesi

Biography

UKRI Future Leaders Fellow and Associate Professor of Particle Physics, Linda Cremonesi's research focuses on the fundamental particles that shape the universe, particularly neutrinos and their antimatter counterparts, antineutrinos. Her work delves into the phenomenon of neutrino flavor change, a discovery made in the 1990s, and aims to uncover the reasons for the existence of matter (and antimatter) in the universe. Cremonesi collaborates closely with major neutrino experiments such as NOvA and DUNE. The NOvA experiment, located near Chicago, Illinois, involves a beam of neutrinos directed 810 km to explore their properties. As the Analysis Coordinator for NOvA since 2022, she oversees the development of physics analyses for the experiment. DUNE, which builds upon NOvA's findings, is currently in its construction phase, where she leads the Near Detector Physics group focusing on the development of simulation and reconstruction algorithms, incorporating classical techniques alongside advancements in machine learning. Outside of her research, Linda is passionate about public engagement and has been involved in various outreach activities aimed at underrepresented groups. She frequently shares her research experiences through public speaking engagements and media appearances, including BBC News and Science Showoff.

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