Alex Halavanau
Lead Scientist, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory
Bio
Following the completion of my PhD at Northern Illinois University, I joined the Accelerator Division at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, where I contribute to advancing the frontiers of X-ray free-electron laser (XFEL) science. My research focuses on innovative X-ray generation techniques, including self-seeding, cavity-based XFELs, and amplified spontaneous emission. I am passionate about solving complex, multifaceted challenges and am currently developing several simulation packages for nonlinear X-ray emission, X-ray optics, and dynamical diffraction.
Current Role at Stanford
Building future x-ray sources
Education & Certifications
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PhD, Northern Illinois University, Physics (2018)
Personal Interests
Cross-country skiing, simracing
Professional Interests
X-ray free electron lasers, nonlinear dynamics, mathematical physics
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5879-9578