Marta Galbiati
PhD thesis title: Numerical investigations of laser-driven photon sources with nanostructured materials and their applications
Academic Tutor: Andrea Pola
Academic Supervisor: Matteo Passoni
PhD cycle: 36° (see all student profiles of the same cycle > LINK)
BSc: Engineering Physics, Politecnico di Milano
MSc: Engineering Physics, Politecnico di Milano
Energy for Motion grant for “Conference Award” awarded by the Energy Department of Politecnico di Milano (2022)
Thesis abstract
In my PhD project, I study high-energy photon emission (keV-MeV range) in the interaction between super-intense laser pulses and advanced nanostructured targets. I perform simulations with state-of-the-art numerical tools on supercomputers to support the interpretation of experiments and the design of applications. Specifically, my research employs particle-in-cell methods coupled with Monte Carlo approaches to simulate bremsstrahlung and nonlinear inverse Compton scattering in laser-plasma interaction. My project objectives are to comprehend how target and laser properties influence emission and assess the feasibility of some applications.
Personal interest in my research theme
I chose my research field because it addresses both fundamental issues of laser-plasma physics and more practical questions posed by the development of applications in science and industry. These dual and complementary aspects of my daily activity trigger my curiosity and allow me to expand my knowledge and contribute to technological advancement. Thanks to my PhD project, I also have access to amazing high-performance-computing systems, and I have acquired data science skills.
