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Enrico Fermi Fellowships:

Theory & Experiment Cross-Training in Science

The Enrico Fermi Fellowships aim to address the growing specialization that separates theoretical from experimental training, particularly in physics, making it rare to find scientists with a deep understanding of both areas. Inspired by Enrico Fermi, who excelled in both theoretical and experimental domains, the fellowships target top-level graduate students interested in fundamental scientific questions and eager to work on both theoretical and experimental aspects.

The project seeks to offer students generous financial support to broaden their horizons through theory and experiments cross-training. The EFF is open to top students globally, promoting a broad and diverse participation.

The EFF is a five-year project comprising at least three cohorts of students. It is supported by the John Templeton Foundation and managed by the Center for SpaceTime and the Quantum.

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Meet the Team

The Scientific Panel

A diverse scientific panel, consisting of experts from various fields and academic systems worldwide. It is responsible for the project’s scientific integrity, approving referees, and ratifying application rankings.

Natalia Ares

Scientific Panel

Quantum device control and quantum thermodynamics

Gabriela González

Scientific Panel

Instrumental characterization and calibration of LigoSC

Marc Kamionkowski

Scientific Panel

Cosmology, astrophysics, and elementary-particle theory

David Krakauer

Scientific Panel

Complex systems, evolution, memory, information processing

Luis Lehner

Scientific Panel

Numerical relativity, strong gravity, black holes

Jane Maienschein

Scientific Panel

History and philosophy of cell biology

Tarun Souradeep

Scientific Panel

Cosmology, gravitational wave physics, and astronomy

Xinhua Peng

Scientific Panel

Quantum computing, quantum information processing in NMR

Akito Kusaka

Scientific Panel

Measures of CMB, cosmology, elementary particle physics

The Managing Team

The project leader oversees the project, supported by the managing committee and the administrative manager. They handle applications, maintain contact with awardees, and facilitate mentoring.

Carlo Rovelli

Project Leader

Pietro Dona'

Project Co-Leader

Lucas Hackl

Mentoring and Convening

Tommaso De Lorenzo

Executive Manager

Christine Vodovar

Administrative Manager