Half a century in physics: Dr Trivan Pal on CERN, staying connected, and sharing his birthday with CERN
Published on December 10, 2024
Name: Trivan Pal
At CERN: Fellow 1986 - 1988, Associate 1989 - 1991 and 1994 - 1995, 1996 - 1999, Associate 2008
Today: Retired Physicist
Dr Trivan Pal, a retired physicist with a career spanning five decades, shares a unique connection with CERN – they share the same birthdate. In this video, he reflects on his remarkable journey, from his early fascination with CERN to his involvement in cutting-edge experiments at the Proton and Super Proton Synchrotrons and beyond. He also talks about how CERN shaped his career and why the CERN Alumni Network is essential for staying connected to this vibrant scientific community.
Watch the video to hear his inspirational story and thoughts on how CERN continues to advance science and society.