André Rubbia

André Rubbia is a distinguished professor in experimental particle physics at ETH Zurich. After obtaining his Ph.D. in particle physics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, he worked on the research staff at CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, in Geneva, Switzerland. His research interests include high-energy physics and, in particular, studies of neutrino properties, and he has been a primary contributor to the development of novel particle detectors. He has proposed, developed, and led several international projects in Europe, Asia, and the USA. While continuing his focus on research in particle physics, he has acquired an extended experience in teaching undergraduate and Master's-level courses. He is the author of over 350 scientific publications and a graduate reference book on particle physics. Beyond academia, he consults for startups, applying his scientific expertise to technological advancements.