Janet Conrad (physicist)

Janet Conrad is a physicist renowned for her work in particle physics, particularly studying neutrinos—elusive subatomic particles that rarely interact with matter. Her research helps scientists understand the fundamental properties of neutrinos, including how they change types (oscillate), which has implications for understanding the universe’s makeup. She has contributed to major experiments worldwide, advancing knowledge of the Standard Model of particle physics and the role neutrinos play in the cosmos. Her work combines experimental techniques, innovative detector technology, and scientific leadership, making significant strides in uncovering some of the universe's most fundamental mysteries.