Aarnav Vyas

Mentor, aarnavv2@illinois.edu

Aarnav Vyas, a 2nd-year undergraduate student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, is currently majoring in Physics on a Graduate School track and minoring in Computer Science. Over the past academic year, he has been actively involved in a research group focusing on superconductivity, where he completed theoretical projects in cryotrons, learned qubit measurement systems, and conducted simulations of nano-circuit elements. In addition, Aarnav will serve as the external liaison of the Society of Physics Students UIUC chapter and as an Engineering Learning Assistant for incoming freshmen in the next academic year. Looking ahead, he aspires to delve deeper into research, particularly in the field of nuclear physics, with the aim of directly impacting fusion research and advancing sustainable energy production. Aarnav is eager to bring his diverse experiences and expertise to Ursa Majors, contributing to the organization's mission of expanding access to STEM education and fostering innovation.