Technical University of Georgia Hosts Public Lecture by CERN Scientist Professor Tiziano Camporesi

The Technical University of Georgia recently welcomed Professor Tiziano Camporesi from CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, for an enlightening public lecture. Held on 23 April, 2024, the event attracted students, faculty, and science enthusiasts.

Professor Camporesi, a distinguished physicist renowned for his contributions to particle physics, shared insights from his extensive research and work at CERN. His lecture, titled “True Measurements… False Discoveries,” delved into the latest advancements in high-energy physics and the ongoing experiments at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC).

Attendees were captivated as Professor Camporesi discussed the significance of the Higgs boson discovery, the future of particle physics, and the potential implications of recent findings for our understanding of the universe. His engaging presentation was followed by a lively Q&A session, where participants had the opportunity to ask questions and delve deeper into the topics discussed.

Members of our group attended the lecture, and Salome Vashakidze posed an insightful question: “How does the fact that there are no as-built geometric descriptors in the simulation affect the accuracy of the physics analysis?” Professor Camporesi acknowledged that this is currently a significant challenge for physicists, but explained that they must work with the tools available.

Professor Camporesi’s visit marks a significant milestone for the Technical University of Georgia, highlighting its connections to leading global research institutions and its dedication to advancing knowledge in the field of physics.