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✨ Highlights from Today’s CERN Workshop at Sherubtse College! ✨

We had an incredible day diving into the world of particle physics, international collaboration, and cutting-edge research with experts from CERN! Here’s a quick recap of the sessions:

🔹 Welcome & Introductions – Chetna Krishan (CERN), Despina Hatzifotiadou (Università e INFN, Bologna), Emmanuel Tsesmelis (CERN), and Tapan Nayak (CERN/University of Houston) kicked off the event.

🌍 Introduction to CERN– Emmanuel Tsesmelis (Senior Physicist, Head of Relations with Associate Members and Non-Member States, CERN) explained CERN’s global mission and the exciting opportunities it offers for young scientists.

⚛️ Particle & Heavy Ion Physics – Tapan Nayak took us deep into the ALICE experiment, exploring the mysteries of quark-gluon plasma and high-energy collisions.

🖥️ Virtual Tour of ALICE – Despina Hatzifotiadou gave us a thrilling virtual walkthrough of ALICE’s underground detectors and control room—almost like being at CERN!

☕ Coffee Break & Networking – A perfect pause to absorb all the knowledge.

📊 Hands-On Data Analysis – Despina guided students in analyzing real pp and Pb-Pb collision data from ALICE—bringing theory to life!

🙌 Closing Remarks.

A huge thank you to all the speakers for their time and insights, and to our brilliant students for their curiosity and enthusiasm! 🚀

Thank you to the organizing team!

Day 1 of the Science Communication Workshop with Chetna Krishan – A Huge Success! 🎉🔬

We are delighted to share that the first day of the Science Communication Workshop, facilitated by Ms. Chetna Krishan (Science Communication Officer, CERN), was a resounding success! Over 80 physics undergraduates from Sherubtse College joined the session, eager to learn and engage.

Ms. Krishan began by introducing CERN—its groundbreaking research, global collaborations, and its mission to unravel the mysteries of the universe. She then highlighted the importance of science communication—how making complex scientific concepts accessible to the public is crucial for inspiring the next generation and fostering a scientifically literate society.

The session turned interactive as students were divided into groups and tasked with exciting challenges:
🎬 Pitching a science documentary for Netflix
📰 Writing a compelling science news article
🎙 Creating an engaging science podcast
🔍 Interviewing a scientist

The creativity and passion displayed by our students were truly remarkable—Chetna was amazed by their innovative ideas and enthusiasm!

A big thank you to Ms. Krishan for an inspiring day, and to all the participants for their energy and brilliant contributions. Day 2 promises even more exciting activities! Stay tuned! 🚀

Welcome to Sherubtse College, Royal University of Bhutan , Chetna Krishan! Chetna Krishna

We are thrilled to welcome Ms. Chetna Krishan, Science Communication Officer at CERN, to Sherubtse College! 🎉

As part of our commitment to enhancing science communication skills among our physics undergraduates, Ms. Krishan will be facilitating an exciting and insightful workshop on effective science communication. With her vast experience at CERN, one of the world’s most prestigious scientific institutions, this is a golden opportunity for our students to learn from an expert in the field.

She will also facilitate an online virtual visit of the ALICE ALICE experiment and a virtual Masterclass from IPPOG (International Particle Physics Outreach Group )
We look forward to an engaging session filled with knowledge-sharing, inspiration, and new perspectives on communicating science to the world.

Welcome once again, Chetna! Your presence is a great honor for Sherubtse College, Royal University of Bhutan. Let the learning begin! 🚀🔬

🌟 Exciting News from Sherubtse College, Royal University of Bhutan of Physics Programme!*🌟

We are thrilled to share that our brilliant students from the Physics Programme had the incredible opportunity to embark on a virtual visit to one of the world's largest and most advanced particle detectors – ATLAS at CERN! 🚀🔬

This once-in-a-lifetime experience allowed our students to dive into the fascinating world of particle physics, explore the cutting-edge technology behind the ATLAS detector, and learn about its groundbreaking contributions to our understanding of the universe. From the mysteries of the Higgs boson to the secrets of dark matter, the session was nothing short of inspiring! 🌌✨

A huge thank you to the team at , and the Physics Programme for making this virtual visit possible and for igniting the curiosity and passion of our future physicists. This experience has not only broadened their horizons but also motivated them to dream bigger and aim higher in their scientific pursuits. 🎓💡

To our students – keep exploring, questioning, and pushing the boundaries of knowledge. The universe has so much more to reveal, and we can't wait to see where your journey takes you! 🌠



Let’s celebrate this amazing achievement! Drop a 🎉 in the comments to cheer on our students! 👏
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