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BioDr. Chandra Breanne Curry is a physicist specializing in ultra-intense laser plasma interactions and high energy density physics. She holds a Ph.D. in Electrical & Computer Engineering from the University of Alberta and a B.Sc. in Honours Physics from McGill. As the LaserNetUS Coordinator since Fall 2021, Dr. Curry leads initiatives advancing high-power laser research in North America. She manages the LaserNetUS program, ensuring alignment with U.S. Department of Energy priorities. With 32 publications and prestigious awards, including the University of Alberta President’s Doctoral Prize of Distinction and the NSERC Postgraduate Doctoral Scholarship, Dr. Curry is an emerging leader in her field. Additionally, she serves as Project Scientist for the Matter in Extreme Conditions Upgrade Project at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. Dr. Curry is dedicated to advancing scientific frontiers and fostering collaborative research, shaping the landscape of high-power laser research in North America.