This summer, the Muon Physics Group at the Tsung-Dao Lee Institute (TDLI) had the pleasure of hosting six talented students from around the world for their internship projects under the supervision of Prof. Kim Siang Khaw.
Our interns came from diverse backgrounds, Phuriphat Intanit (Nice) from Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand; Martina Pratesi and Yuting Gademski from University College London (UCL), UK; Pedro Salvatico from Faculdade Israelita de Ciências da Saúde Albert Einstein, Brazil; Jing Tian Yong and Junyi Gu from Xiamen University Malaysia, Malaysia, and Qi Jie Tin from University Technology Malaysia, Malaysia.
Throughout the summer, they actively contributed to a range of projects spanning muon physics, detector development, and data analysis: Phuriphat (Nice) completed a study on g-factor measurement using an in-house built solenoid and conducted a radiation study for the SHINE facility; Martina worked on the muography project, characterizing detector performance based on scintillating materials coupled with SiPMs and a CAEN-based data acquisition system; Pedro explored the use of machine learning techniques to enhance density inference in muon tomography, a promising approach using naturally occurring cosmic-ray muons. Jing Tian, Junyi, and Qi Jie focused on particle detection studies, characterizing SiPM operation and gaining hands-on experience with electronics for particle detection.
The interns joined at different times throughout the summer, creating a lively and collaborative environment filled with learning and discovery. They leave the group with valuable research experience, new technical skills, and great memories.
We thank all seven interns for their dedication and enthusiasm, and we wish them every success in their future academic journeys!
