Maya Caskey

Name: Maya Caskey

Home Institution: California Institute of Technology

Program: Research Experience for Undergraduates

Semester: Summer 2022

Mentors: Sandra Biedron

Q&A

What is the research you are engaged in and what you have accomplished this summer?

I am currently working on optimizing a Narrowband Active Noise Control Algorithm for tuning SRF cavities on the new LCLS-II system. By the end of the project, I hope to get the algorithm performing within the limits required by LCLS-II.

What are the impacts of your research for the general public?

This work will hopefully introduce new machine learning techniques into the particle accelerator community, allowing for less direct human oversight when running particle accelerator systems.

What did you enjoy most about this research/summer experience?

I am most enjoying learning about what particle accelerators are, how they work, and about the community that runs them.

What did you find the most challenging about this research?

The most challenging part of this research has been presenting my work in a clear and concise way to those that are interested.

How has this experience changed your view about being a researcher?

This experience has made me realize how much of a community effort research is today.

REU CLASS of 2022

Maya Caskey

Name: Maya Caskey

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REU CLASS of 2022

Maya Caskey

Name: Maya Caskey

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