Research Group: Particle Physics Research Centre Number of Students: 1 Length of Study in Years: 4 Years Full-time Project: yes
The study of neutrino oscillations could help us to understand the origins of our matter-dominated Universe. In this project, you will work on the long-baseline neutrino oscillation experiment, NOvA, which uses an intense accelerator produced neutrino beam to study neutrino oscillations. A near detector characterises the beam at Fermilab, close to Chicago in the USA, and a far detector in northern Minnesota measures the oscillated neutrino spectra. You will conduct research into fundamental particle physics by using the NOvA data to measure the physical parameters governing neutrino oscillations. This will involve the use of computer science techniques such as machine learning, and various statistical methods. Previous experience writing code in Python and/or C++ is required, but there is no expectation of previous experience in machine learning. For more information on this project please contact Abbey Waldron (a.waldron@qmul.ac.uk).
Supervisor Contact Details:
For more information on this project please contact Abbey Waldron (a.waldron@qmul.ac.uk).
Deadline - 31st of January 2024
Application Method:
To apply for this studentship please select September entry in the following page:
https://www.qmul.ac.uk/postgraduate/research/subjects/physics.html
The minimum requirement for this studentship opportunity is a good Honours degree (minimum 2(i) honours or equivalent) or MSc/MRes in a relevant discipline.
If English is not your first language you will require a valid English certificate equivalent to IELTS 6.5+ overall with a minimum score of 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in all sections (Reading, Listening, Speaking).
SPCS Academics: Dr. Abbey Waldron