The long journey from a scientific spark to a global experiment
In short: How does an abstract idea become a multi-million dollar physics reality? Dr. Jorge Morfin breaks down the rigorous lifecycle of high-energy physics, using neutrino experiments at Fermilab as a primary case study.
Dr. Jorge Morfin, a scientist emeritus with over forty years of experience in accelerator-based neutrino research, outlines the institutional path required to launch 'big science.' The lecture details the transition from initial inspiration through the complex proposal process to final approval.
Morfin draws on his leadership roles, including initiating the MINERvA neutrino-nucleus scattering experiment and serving as its co-spokesperson for six years. The talk provides a behind-the-scenes look at how large-scale research is structured, mentored, and executed within major facilities like Fermilab.
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