Elias Catrix

Elias Catrix is a Ph.D. student at the Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique (INRS) in Montréal, specializing in laser-plasma interactions and high-intensity laser-driven ion acceleration. His work focuses on optimizing ion beam parameters, such as maximum energy and total proton yield, using advanced experimental and computational techniques, including Bayesian optimization and machine learning. Working at INRS allowed him to contribute and to lead LaserNetUS experiments at the Advanced Laser Light Source (ALLS) through collaborations notably with the LULI and University of Alberta. Elias received the Andrea Rovere Scholarship, which recognizes community involvement and the quality of research work by a doctoral student at INRS. He has presented his work at various international conferences, including LaserNetUS meetings, APS DPP, and the Laser-Plasma Acceleration Workshop.

Beyond his academic pursuits, Elias is also engaged in science outreach through the Apprentis-Chercheurs program, mentoring young students in physics and engineering through science summer camps. Elias is also actively engaged in community service. He volunteers with Tennis Canada, promoting tennis among youth and assisting at the National Bank open in Montréal. Additionally, he supports animal welfare through Animex Refugee, helping abandoned cats and raising awareness about feline overpopulation.