CERN Scientist Professor Tiziano Camporesi Delivers Public Lecture at GTU

One of the leading scientists of the CMS experiment at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN), Professor Tiziano Camporesi, delivered a public lecture titled “Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN: Why and How” for students, researchers, and members of the academic community at the Georgian Technical University.

Professor Camporesi is a professor at Boston University (USA) and a senior researcher at the Laboratory of Instrumentation and Experimental Particle Physics (LIP), Portugal.

The guest lecturer to the academic circles and students was introduced by GTU Vice-Rector Professor Tamar Lominadze, who emphasized the university’s commitment to connecting students and young researchers with world-renowned scientists and leading international research institutions. In addition, direct communication with the world’s leading research centers’ representatives is a unique opportunity for young people to learn about the latest achievements in fundamental science, research directions and prospects for international scientific cooperation. As the Vice-Rector noted, Professor Tiziano Camporesi’s public lecture is important in the direction of internationalization and strengthening of scientific and research activities.

“Professor Tiziano Camporesi’s lecture on the Large Hadron Collider and CERN’s groundbreaking research highlights one of the major driving forces behind the advancement of modern physics and scientific innovation. Such events enable students to explore cutting-edge scientific projects, deepen their knowledge of physics and engineering, and better understand the opportunities available through participation in the global research community. It is essential that our students have access to this level of knowledge as they prepare to become competitive scientists and engineers. The Georgian Technical University places special importance on engaging students and young researchers in the most significant developments of modern science. Direct interaction with representatives of the world’s leading research centers provides a unique opportunity to learn about the latest discoveries in fundamental science, which will help them develop into competitive and successful specialists and researchers”.

– Professor Tamar Lominadze

According to Professor Mikheil Chikhradze, Head of the Department of Engineering Physics at the Faculty of Informatics and Control Systems, Professor Camporesi plays a key role in advancing the CMS experiment and strengthening international scientific cooperation. His contribution is exceptional in the development of CERN’s CMS experiment and in the deepening of international scientific cooperation. Mikheil Chikhradze also noted that Professor Camporesi serves in the GTU Department of Engineering Physics and actively supports students’ academic and professional development, particularly doctoral candidates and young researchers pursuing careers in science.

Professor Camporesi began his public lecture on the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) by presenting the driving factors and motivations in physics that led the CERN Council to approve the project. He spoke in detail about the history of the Large Hadron Collider, its scientific mission and the technological challenges associated with building and operating what he said was the world’s largest scientific facility. The scientist also discussed the accelerator’s main technical characteristics, the principles of detector systems, and its unique capabilities that allow researchers to gain new knowledge about the fundamental structure of matter, the properties of elementary particles, and the origin of the universe.

The lecture also explored the historical significance of proton-proton collision experiments and the discovery of the Higgs boson, while highlighting the contemporary challenges facing the international scientific community at the European Organization for Nuclear Research. Professor Camporesi emphasized the growing importance of artificial intelligence, advanced data-processing technologies, and multinational collaboration in modern experimental physics.

Concluding the lecture, he outlined the LHC’s major scientific achievements and future development plans before engaging in an interactive discussion with students and young researchers, answering their questions and sharing insights from his own research experience.

Commenting on the importance of hosting internationally recognized scientists at GTU, Rector Academician David Gurgenidze noted that such events play a vital role in strengthening scientific culture, inspiring the next generation of researchers, and contributes their full integration into the international scientific space.

“Creating opportunities for students and young people interested in science to engage directly with leading members of the global scientific community is a strategic priority for the Georgian Technical University. Professor Tiziano Camporesi’s public lecture serves exactly this purpose. CERN is one of the world’s most influential research centers, generating knowledge that shapes not only the future of fundamental physics but also technological innovation across many fields. Most importantly, our students have the opportunity to meet scientists working at the forefront of these global discoveries. Such lectures inspire young people to pursue research, broaden their professional perspectives, and motivate them to become active participants in international scientific projects.”

– Academician David Gurgenidze