Welcome!
I'm a sixth-year graduate student working on a PhD in experimental nuclear physics under the supervision of Prof. Andrew Puckett. My research is focused on better understanding the electric and magnetic structure of nucleons via fixed-target electron scattering at Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility. . Using the unique capabilities of the accelerator there, along with the Super BigBite Spectrometer (SBS), we are capable of taking exciting measurements of the proton and neutron form-factors (GMn, GEn, and GEp), which will inform fundamental questions about the quark structure of the nucleon and how electrons interact during collisions with them - the latter of which is the topic of my research (nTPE).
Beyond nTPE and form-factors, I'm interested in machine learning, detector construction and design, signal processing, monte-carlo simulations, and other topics.
I'm happy to connect with students or faculty! Please reach out to me at my UConn email address if you're interested in this research or if you're interested in the group.
Education
Ph.D. Physics (expected 2024), University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
Master's of Science Physics (2020), University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
Bachelor's of Arts double major Physics/Philosophy (2014), University of Colorado, Boulder, CO
Associate's of Arts (2010), Florida State College at Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL
Contact Info
Phone: | 303.775.7462 |
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E-mail: | sebastian.seeds@uconn.edu |
Address: | Department of Physics University of Connecticut unit 3046 196 Auditorium Road, Storrs, CT 06269-3046 (USA) |
UConn Physics Events
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Oct
16
Condensed Matter Physics Seminar 2:00pm
Condensed Matter Physics Seminar
Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Gant South Building
Dr. Tien Tien Yeh, NORDITA and UConn
Structured Light and Induced Vorticity in Superconductors
Questions of controlling the quantum states of matter via light have been at the forefront of research on driven phases. We demonstrate the effects of imprinted vorticity on superconducting coherent states using structured light. Within the framework of the generalized time-dependent Ginzburg-Landau equation, we show the induction of coherent vortex pairs moving in phase with electromagnetic wave oscillation. The structured light, generated by a Laguerre-Gaussian beam, provides light sources with various quantum properties, such as spin angular momentum and orbital angular momentum. This state of light is also well known as an optical vortex, characterized by a twisted phase front. In the current work, we investigate the optically induced dynamics of superconducting coherent states using both normal light sources and optical vortices. These results uncover rich hydrodynamics of superconducting states and suggest new optical applications for imprinting quantum states on superconducting materials.
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Oct
17
Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics Seminar 2:00pm
Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics Seminar
Thursday, October 17th, 2024
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Gant West Building
Prof. Bryce Gadway, Penn State
Synthetic Dimensions in Rydberg Atom Array
Arrays of dipolar-interacting spins - magnetic atoms, polar molecules, and Rydberg atoms - represent powerful and versatile platforms for analog quantum simulation experiments. The internal state dynamics in these dipolar arrays provide a natural setting to explore problems of equilibrium and non-equilibrium quantum magnetism. The presence of many internal states of the atoms and molecules further enables studies of large-spin magnetism, but also holds promise for more general quantum simulation studies. Here we describe how the simple addition of multi-frequency microwave fields to Rydberg arrays enables highly controllable studies of few- and many-body dynamics along an internal-state “synthetic” dimension. I’ll discuss several early studies in the Rydberg synthetic dimension platform, touching on interaction-driven phenomena relevant to topology, artificial gauge fields, and disorder-induced localization. Looking forward, such microwave manipulation opens up several new directions for exploring complex, driven quantum matter in dipolar arrays.
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Oct
18
Graduate Student Seminar 12:15pm
Graduate Student Seminar
Friday, October 18th, 2024
12:15 PM - 01:15 PM
Gant South Building
Prof. Shohini Bhattacharya, Department of Physics, University of Connecticut
Exploring the Cosmic Core of Nucleons with the Electron-Ion Collider
Have you ever wondered what holds the universe together at its most fundamental level? The answer lies in Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD), the theory that describes how quarks and gluons—collectively known as partons—interact to form nucleons, the protons and neutrons that make up all visible matter. Despite our understanding of QCD, the inner workings of partons remain one of the most profound mysteries in physics. How do they move? How do they contribute to a nucleon’s spin and structure? The Electron-Ion Collider (EIC), a cutting-edge facility soon to be operational, is poised to address these profound questions. In this talk, I will take you on a journey into the “cosmic core” of nucleons and explain how the EIC, like a super-powered microscope, will enable us to peer deep inside protons and neutrons, unveiling the dynamics of partons. I will focus on one of my key research projects aimed at unraveling the nucleon spin puzzle using the capabilities of the EIC. But the excitement doesn’t end there. Advancing our understanding of QCD not only helps us probe nucleons but also allows us to test the Standard Model of particle physics, our most comprehensive theory of the universe. Together, we will explore the far-reaching implications of this research field.