International Center for Advanced Training and Research in Physics | Romania
AUTHOR PROFILE
EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS
Dr. Andrei Neacsu embarked on his academic journey in Physics at the University of Bucharest, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Physics under the supervision of Dr. Cristian Ciucu from October 2001 to June 2005. He continued his studies with a Master’s degree in Physics, supervised by Prof. Dr. Lucian Georgescu, from October 2005 to June 2007. Dr. Neacsu’s early academic pursuits culminated in a Ph.D. in Physics, supervised by Prof. Dr. Sabin Stoica, at the University of Bucharest from October 2009 to September 2013. His foundational work set the stage for his future research in double beta decay.
PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS
Dr. Neacsu’s professional career includes significant roles in various research institutions. He has been a Senior Researcher at the Centre International de Formation et de Recherche Avancées en Physique (CIFRA) since September 2019 and at the Horia Hulubei National Institute for R and D in Physics and Nuclear Engineering since July 2019. His previous experience includes a Junior Researcher/Postdoc role at Central Michigan University under Prof. Dr. Mihai Horoi from August 2014 to June 2019, and a Doctoral Student/PhD Student role at the Horia Hulubei National Institute for R and D in Physics and Nuclear Engineering from October 2008 to August 2014. His early roles included Research Assistant positions at the same institute and at the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research, which provided him with a robust foundation in double beta decay research.
CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS
Dr. Neacsu’s research primarily focuses on double beta decay, a rare nuclear decay process that can provide insights into the properties of neutrinos and fundamental symmetries in particle physics. His major achievements include the development and maintenance of free and open-source software tools for calculating leptonic phase-space factors for 2-neutrino and 0-neutrino double beta decay transitions. This work, detailed in articles such as "An Effective Method to Accurately Calculate the Phase Space Factors for β−β− Decay" and "Shell Model Studies of Competing Mechanisms to the Neutrinoless Double-Beta Decay," has been instrumental in advancing the field. His research also explores mechanisms contributing to neutrinoless double-beta decay, as discussed in "Analysis of Mechanisms that Could Contribute to Neutrinoless Double-Beta Decay."
IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
Dr. Neacsu’s impact on the field of double beta decay is substantial. His development of software tools for phase-space factor calculations has provided researchers and students with critical resources for advancing their studies. The open-access articles he has published contribute significantly to the understanding of double beta decay mechanisms and phase-space calculations. His work influences both theoretical and experimental aspects of particle physics, especially in the context of beyond-standard-model physics.
ACADEMIC CITATIONS
Dr. Neacsu’s research on double beta decay has been cited extensively in the academic community. His contributions to the field are documented in high-impact journals, reflecting the importance and relevance of his work. The citations of his articles underscore the impact of his research on the study of neutrino physics and related areas.
LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS
Dr. Neacsu’s legacy in the field of double beta decay is marked by his significant contributions to the theoretical and computational aspects of the research. His future work is anticipated to further advance the understanding of neutrino properties and the mechanisms of rare nuclear decays. Dr. Neacsu’s ongoing research and the tools he has developed will likely continue to influence the field and support future discoveries in particle physics.
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