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André Rodrigues

Physicist Engineer
Seixal

Summary

Highly motivated physicist engineer with a big desire to learn more, especially, about particle and nuclear physics. Interested in both theoretical and experimental research, with a focus on understanding the fundamental constituents of matter and their interactions at the subatomic level. Experienced in analyzing experimental data and interpreting results to contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Summer Intern

LIP
06.2023 - 10.2024

Title: Energy calibration of SNO+ with scintillator

  • Applying my knowledge in physics to create and modify code in root's and C++ to extract information from the calibration data of SNO+ detector.
  • Conducted data analysis to identify trends and optimize Monte Carlo simulations, contributing to the increase in the detector performance.
  • Assisted in the creation and presentations for the collaboration meetings, showcasing key performance indicators and overall results.

https://www.lip.pt/files/training/papers/2023/pdf/2023-PAPER-157-7.pdf

Physicist Intern

LIP
01.2024 - 03.2024

Title: Calibrating the SNO+ detector with AmBe and with Polonium background events

  • Developed custom Macros for efficient data processing, reducing analysis time and improving result reliability.
  • Data analysis using AmBe calibration data as well as the background Polonium decay events to increase the reliability of the detector main data.


Education

Engineering Physics -

NOVA School of Science And Technology
Caparica
04.2001 -

Skills

    Analytical Thinking

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Software

C

Python

Root

MatLab

Projects

  • Development of a Helium plasma jet device using a ZVS Drive
  • Monograph: The physics behind the proton therapy and the challenges being faced in Portugal
  • Development of a basic Heartbeat detector device using Op Amps

Timeline

Physicist Intern

LIP
01.2024 - 03.2024

Summer Intern

LIP
06.2023 - 10.2024

Engineering Physics -

NOVA School of Science And Technology
04.2001 -
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