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Title:  LUX: Identification of fake-WIMP events Abstract:  The LUX (Large Underground Xenon) experiment is a decommissioned direct detection dark matter search which ran between 2012-16. Located at the Sanford Underground Research Facility (SURF) in South Dakota, LUX set world leading exclusions in the cross section for interactions between dark matter and matter. In this talk, Peter Rossiter will begin with an overview of the LUX detector, a summary of its key analyses, and background identification efforts. This will be followed with a description of a particular type of WIMP background, known as a gamma-X event, as well as recent efforts to remove these events from data. This work exploits the use of a Boosted Decision Tree, which has shown significant potential in improving upon previous gamma-X removal efforts.This method provides a template for use in next generation experiments such as LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ), which is due to begin data taking this year.

IOP Public Lecture by Dr Stephen Wilkins, University of Sussex Tuesday 18 February 2020, 5pm | Venue Hicks Lecture Theatre 7 The Hubble Space Telescope was launched into orbit almost 30 years ago. Thanks in part to its unique position above the Earth 's atmosphere and five manned servicing missions it has maintained its position as one of the world’s premier observatories to this day. Over its 30 year career Hubble has had an unprecedented scientific and cultural impact; discoveries extending from the outer Solar System to the edge of the observable Universe have revolutionised our understanding of astronomy and cosmology while its spectacular images have inspired the wider public’s wonder. Stephen will introduce Hubble and present some of its scientific highlights including its role in revealing the presence of the Dark Energy, to the imaging of planets outside our own solar system. He will also discuss Hubble’s upcoming successor, the Webb Telescope which is due to be l

Job description/Person specification The successful applicant will likely have a background in lasers/optical physics, electrical or mathematics or another related STEM discipline. Through the QinetiQ graduate scheme, you will receive training to hone and develop your skills, giving you the confidence to deliver professional research, testing and expertise to military and commercial clients. Location:  Malvern Employment Type:  Full Time – Permanent Salary:  £26,500 per annum + Bonus Schemes + Benefits Start Date:  September 2020 Profile The Laser and Optical Physics teams at Malvern work within the Applied Science Discipline and are one of the main contributors to the development of the UK and international defence capability in the High Energy Laser (HEL) and sensor expertise in passive millimetre systems. In these teams you will join a leading Global Defence Technology & Security organisation. You will work within the Applied Sciences business unit based at t

Join Roke Manor Research as an Undergraduate on a summer vacation placement. Roke believes in improving the world through innovation. We do it by bringing the physical and digital together in ways that revolutionise industries. Roke delivers advanced research, development, services and products to high profile customers who come to Roke with varied and challenging problems to solve. What can you expect? You will typically be with us for eight weeks in July / August and will be paid an excellent monthly salary. In your summer vacation work you will be a contributing member of a project team, allowing you to make real contributions to the work Roke does. This will give you an excellent opportunity to learn and develop new skills within the varied and interesting engineering work which takes place at Roke.  You will also have the opportunity to take part in Roke’s social clubs, such as Data Science or Cyber club, and receive technical and business skills training. If you are sele

The Government Operational Research Service (GORS) are the analytical minds behind many of the Government’s policies. Policies which, when implemented, affect everybody in the UK – including you. Through the use of various scientific and mathematical Operational Research techniques, we add empirical weight to new or revised policies. Our work helps bring them to life. Operational Research brings intellectual rigour to the decision-making process. By looking closely at complex systems, and developing models that predict the way they behave, our analysts can bring a new perspective to the way problems are tackled. If you join us, you’ll be part of a select team who can influence the decisions of policy makers at more than twenty five government departments and agencies. From immigration to climate change, we look objectively at the complex problems the government faces and apply a range of analytical and modelling techniques to help them find better solutions. Better solutions mean b

Job Introduction Every day, our capable teams face enormous challenges to bring power to life. They are supported in doing so with great training, a culture where everyone is valued, real career potential, a competitive salary and generous benefits package. Recruiting the best and brightest is essential to ensuring we maintain and build on our reputation for excellent customer service and network performance. As a result we continue to value and invest in our trainees and graduates as the future of our business. Our employees enjoy a supportive culture where they are valued and encouraged and their views are listened to. The 18 month training programme offers a blend of hands on and office based learning, including spending valuable time within various teams, gaining real insight into how our business works. You would also benefit from formal courses designed to support your development. As our industry continues to evolve and innovate, you will be joining us at an exciting time! We a

The successful applicant will likely have a background in physics, electrical or RF engineering, mathematics or another related STEM discipline. Through the QinetiQ graduate scheme, you will receive training to hone and develop your skills, giving you the confidence to deliver professional research, testing and expertise to military and commercial clients. Duties & Responsibilities You could be responsible for: Contributing to some of the most challenging, high profile science and technology research programmes in the UK and overseas. Working with a variety of stakeholders to understand current and future defence requirements. Collaborating with colleagues to create innovative concepts. Involvement in design and development of new and novel systems. Understanding of physical principles such as the propagation of RF and microwave electromagnetic energy. Conducting experimental trials to confirm theoretical predictions in labs and outdoor ranges across the UK and internationa

To rise to the challenges of the 21st century, we need to harness our full potential. That requires dismantling gender stereotypes. On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, let’s pledge to end the gender imbalance in science. UN Secretary-General António Guterres https://www.un.org/en/observances/women-and-girls-in-science-day/

Accenture are coming onto campus on the 25th February 2-4pm to carry out a Strength based applications and interviews workshop. Read more about strengths-based interviews here . They are interested in seeing students from a range of degrees including STEM. They would particularly like to see more females and BAME students present too as they would like to increase their applications from these groups. Book on Career Connect using the following user leap link: https://lnkd.in/guux9pN