Higgs@10 - Alumni Memories with Aditi Chandra

What memories do you have from the 4 July 2012 announcement of the Higgs boson? 

"I was a summer student at CERN in 2012. I couldn't believe my luck when I was one of 3 summer students selected to be present in the auditorium as the discovery of the Higgs Boson was announced.  I remember the atmosphere in the room, full of anticipation and excitement.  I will never forget the tears in the eyes of Dr. Peter Higgs, as a particle he had theorised decades ago came to life.  CERN is where the magic of science becomes a reality and I feel fortunate to have witnessed such a groundbreaking moment in science."

What is your best memory of working at CERN? 

 "Undoubtedly the announcement of the Higgs discovery! But I also have fond memories with my fellow summer students, sitting under the tree outside R1 which we called "The Magic Tree" and having conversations about science and about life."

What skills did you develop during your CERN work experience which have been particularly useful in your subsequent career trajectory?

"I believe the most important thing i developed at CERN was a passion for science, which inspired me to found Nisaba Education."