Dr. Roger Jones

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Biography

Roger Jones is a Professor at the University of Manchester, specializing in Particle Accelerator Physics within the Accelerator Physics Group. He previously served as the Head of the Particle Accelerator Physics Group and has led educational and outreach initiatives at the Cockcroft Institute of Science and Technology. His extensive research experience includes significant contributions to the understanding of large-scale colliders and smaller semi-portable accelerators. His research interests are particularly focused on VHEE (Very High Energy Electron) FLASH radiotherapy and accelerator physics, along with beam electrodynamics, collective effects, and wake-field analysis related to linear colliders. His prior appointments include a research tenure at Stanford University and Cavendish Laboratory at the University of Cambridge, where he advanced his work on high energy linacs. Roger actively collaborates with various research institutions, participating in international projects aimed at pushing the boundaries of particle physics. He regularly teaches graduate-level courses that enhance the understanding of linear accelerators, wakefields, and collective effects, reinforcing the studies of Ph.D. students under his supervision. His ongoing research contributions are crucial in the field of high energy physics and its applications in medical radiotherapy, alongside his commitment to mentoring the next generation of physicists.

Research Interests

Courses

Linear Accelerators Wakefields Collective Effects

Requirements for University of Manchester

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science subject Strong background in mathematics and physics
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Specialization Notes

Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.