REU: Undergraduate Research in Elementary Particle Physics, Accelerator Physics, and Synchrotron Radiation Science

Cornell University, Ithaca NY

Investigators

Abstract

The Laboratory for Elementary-Particle Physics (LEPP) at Cornell University will provide 10 undergraduates with the excitement and challenge of frontier research and with opportunities to acquire new skills and meet researchers at all stages of their careers. The constellation of programs includes elementary particle physics (part of the CLEO Collaboration, studying fundamental questions of the weak and strong forces), accelerator physics (using the CESR electron-positron storage ring), synchrotron radiation science (both using the the existing x-ray facility - CHESS - and designing new facilities) and microwave superconductivity. The selected students will work closely with LEPP physicists and participate in seminars, lectures, tours of campus facilities, and activities designed to promote interactions among the many undergraduate researchers at Cornell. Travel and housing allowances are given in addition to a summer stipend.