Jason Pioquinto
About Jason Pioquinto
Jason Pioquinto is a Summer Intern currently at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and a Research Assistant at the University of Virginia. He has a background in Physics and Mathematics, with experience in various research roles across multiple institutions, including work on neutron experiments and theories in particle physics.
Current Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Jason Pioquinto is currently a Summer Intern at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he assists with neutron polarization measurements for the NAB experiment. His work focuses on studying Neutron Beta Decay, contributing to ongoing research in the field of particle physics.
Research Experience at University of Virginia
Since 2020, Jason Pioquinto has been a Research Assistant at the University of Virginia. His research involves conducting experiments related to gravitational and centrifugal bound states of neutrons. He is pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physics at the same institution, with an expected completion date in 2025.
Previous Research Roles
Prior to his current positions, Jason Pioquinto worked as a Visiting Researcher at ILL - Institut Laue Langevin in 2021 for one month, where he focused on neutron experiments. He also served as a Research Assistant at RWTH Aachen University for two months in 2019. His experience includes working as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the University of Florida from 2018 to 2020.
Educational Background
Jason Pioquinto studied at the University of Florida, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Physics and Mathematics from 2016 to 2020. He completed his high school education at Boca Raton Community High School from 2012 to 2016. His academic journey continues at the University of Virginia, where he is currently pursuing a PhD in Physics.
Research Focus and Contributions
Jason Pioquinto's research interests include exploring short-range forces predicted in theories beyond the Standard Model of Particle Physics. His involvement in various experiments, including the NAB experiment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, highlights his commitment to advancing knowledge in the field of particle physics.