Mr. Alessandro Di Nola | Neutrino Experiments | Best Researcher Award
Mr. Alessandro Di, Nola Università Federico II Napoli, Italy
Alessandro Di Nola, a physicist and Ph.D. candidate at Università di Napoli Federico II, specializes in front-end electronics and detector systems for high-energy physics experiments. With a Master’s degree cum laude and active involvement in international collaborations, he has contributed to the Hyper-Kamiokande and JEM-EUSO programs, with multiple publications and conference presentations to his name. His work bridges digital electronics, cosmic ray physics, and advanced detector optimization, contributing to the future of experimental physics.
Educational Details
Alessandro Di Nola is a Ph.D. candidate in Physics at Università di Napoli Federico II, Italy, with a strong background in experimental physics, particularly in detector technology and front-end electronics. His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Physics (2017-2020), followed by a Master’s degree in Physics, both from Università di Napoli Federico II. Graduating with cum laude honors, his Master’s thesis focused on characterizing the front-end electronics and detectors of the Hyper-Kamiokande experiment.
Professional Experience
Alessandro is deeply involved in high-energy particle physics experiments, collaborating with international research teams. His work emphasizes the development and quality assurance of advanced electronic components for detectors used in large-scale neutrino and cosmic ray studies. Since 2023, he has contributed to key components of the Hyper-Kamiokande experiment, handling responsibilities in the FD mPMT electronics for CERN’s WCTE experiment and serving as a key contributor for the Jennifer 3 working group.
His recent publications, including several journal articles and conference proceedings, cover advancements in cosmic ray detection and front-end electronics. Alessandro has presented his research widely, sharing his work through oral and poster presentations at international conferences, such as the IEEE Real Time Conference and the Società Italiana di Fisica.
Research Interests
Alessandro’s research interests include high-energy particle detection, cosmic ray physics, and the development of hybrid electronics systems for experimental physics. His work integrates digital filters, electronics characterization, and detector optimization, with a keen focus on the application of these technologies in large-scale experiments.
Awards and Achievements
Best Communication Award: 110° Congresso della Società Italiana di Fisica, Bologna, Italy, 2024.
Presentations: Delivered oral and poster presentations at renowned conferences, including the IEEE Real Time Conference, the Pisa Meeting on Advanced Detectors, and the Next Generation Nucleon Decay and Neutrino Experiments conference.
Working Groups
MEMPHYS (MEMristive-CMOS hybrid electronics for experimental PHYSics) experiment (2024-present)
Hyper-Kamiokande Collaboration (2023-present): Contributing to the FD mPMT electronics for Jennifer 3.
T2K International Collaboration (2024-present)
JEM-EUSO International Collaboration (2022-2023)
Skills
Languages: Fluent in English and Italian (native).
Coding: Proficient in Python, MATLAB, VHDL, Tcl, LATEX, C/C++, LabVIEW, Git, PSpice.
Web Development: Knowledgeable in HTML, CSS, JavaScript.
Miscellaneous: Skilled in academic research, training, consultation, and LATEX typesetting and publishing.
Top Notable Publications
S Abe, JH Adams Jr, D Allard, P Alldredge, L Anchordoqui, A Anzalone, …
“Developments and results in the context of the JEM-EUSO program obtained with the ESAF simulation and analysis framework,” The European Physical Journal C, 83(11), 1028, 2023.
Citation count: 10
S Abe, JH Adams, D Allard, P Alldredge, R Aloisio, L Anchordoqui, …
“EUSO-Offline: A comprehensive simulation and analysis framework,” Journal of Instrumentation, 19(01), P01007, 2024.
Citation count: 4
JH Adams Jr, D Allard, P Alldredge, L Anchordoqui, A Anzalone, M Battisti, …
“The EUSO-SPB2 fluorescence telescope for the detection of Ultra-High Energy Cosmic Rays,” Astroparticle Physics, 165, 103046, 2025.
Citation count: 1
S Abe, JH Adams Jr, D Allard, P Alldredge, R Aloisio, L Anchordoqui, …
“JEM-EUSO Collaboration contributions to the 38th International Cosmic Ray Conference,” arXiv preprint arXiv:2312.08204, 2023.
H Wistrand, T Heibges, J Posligua, C Guépin, MH Reno, TM Venters
“The Targets of Opportunity Source Catalog for the EUSO-SPB2 Mission,” arXiv preprint arXiv:2312.00920, 2023.
M Zotov, S Abe, JH Adams, D Allard, P Alldredge, R Aloisio, …
“Machine Learning for the EUSO-SPB2 Fluorescence Telescope Data Analysis,” POS Proceedings of Science, 2023.
S Abe, JH Adams, D Allard, P Alldredge, R Aloisio, L Anchordoqui, …
“The EUSO-TA ground-based detector: results and perspectives,” POS Proceedings of Science, 2023.
G Sammartino, G Pretto, S Abe, JH Adams, D Allard, P Alldredge, …
“Analysis of EAS-like events detected by the Mini-EUSO telescope,” POS Proceedings of Science, 2023.
In conclusion, Mr. Alessandro Di Nola is a highly qualified and deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His academic credentials, innovative research, technical expertise, and contributions to international collaborations make him an ideal recipient of this prestigious award. His ongoing work with experiments like Hyper-Kamiokande and JEM-EUSO positions him as a key player in the field of particle physics, and his future contributions are anticipated to continue advancing our understanding of fundamental physics.