The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced that Kylar Greene, a graduate student in the UNM Department of Physics and Astronomy, has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy for the Office of Science Graduate Student Research Program's 2023 Solicitation 1 cycle. According to a press release by UNM, Greene will conduct his research at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, focusing on theoretical and computational research in high-energy physics.
“To qualify for the DOE SCGSR grant, the applicant must be a Ph.D. candidate, meaning the student is on the last step in a Ph.D. program before writing and defending a thesis," UNM stated.
Greene is one of 60 students chosen nationwide for an award that allows them to conduct a portion of their doctoral thesis research at DOE National Labs. According to the press release by UNM, Greene's research will delve into unraveling the enigmatic realm known as the 'dark sector' of the Universe.
“I'm honored to receive the Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) Award from the Department of Energy (DoE). Winning this award signifies more than just an accolade to me; it's an invitation into an expansive realm of new knowledge. It offers me the unique opportunity to dive into particle physics, working alongside leading experts. It's akin to diving into an entirely new domain which is very exciting!” said Kylar Greene in the press release.
During his nine-month research period at Fermilab in Batavia, Illinois, Greene will collaborate with specialists in the fields of theoretical particle physics and cosmology. The press release by UNM states that he will actively advance the boundaries of our understanding of the Universe's enigmas.
“Collaborating with experts at FermiLab, especially Gordan Krnjaic, could be a monumental step in my career. While I've been fortunate to have an intellectually fulfilling experience at UNM under the mentorship of Dr. Francis-Yan Cyr-Racine and our vibrant research group, FermiLab offers a fresh perspective. Gaining insight from multiple angles can only enrich one's understanding, and I consider this chance invaluable,” said Kylar Greene in the press release.
Overall, Greene's selection for the DOE SCGSR program provides him with a unique opportunity to further his research in high-energy physics and contribute to our understanding of the Universe's mysteries.