Alumnus David Webber Continues Fall 2014 Physics Careers Seminar Series on Nov. 7

The Fall 2014 Physics Careers seminar series continues on Friday, Nov. 7, 2014 with alumnus David Webber:

Time: 11 a.m. on Friday, November 7, 2014 (refreshments served at 10:30 a.m.)

Location: 276 Loomis Laboratory (Note different location!)

Title:  From Muons and Neutrinos to Big Data and The Internet of Things

Speaker: Dr. David Webber, Scanalytics, Inc.

Abstract:   As the price of embedded computing and internet connectivity falls, we are approaching a phase change where almost any device can be internet-enabled and communicate with other devices and the cloud. This “Internet of Things” will produce “Big Data” in real-time streams with both high volume and high complexity. Having recently made the transition from particle physics to an Internet of Things startup, I'll share how I explored my interests outside academia and gravitated toward my current position. I'll also discuss what makes Scanalytics, Inc. an Internet of Things company and what "Big Physics" and "Big Data" can learn from each other.

Bio: Dr. David M. Webber received his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign for his thesis on a precise measurement of the muon lifetime and determination of the Fermi constant, which parameterizes the "strength" of the weak force. David then completed a research Post-Doc at the University of Wisconsin, Madison on neutrino physics as a member of the LBNE and Daya Bay experiments. David currently serves as Chief Technology Officer of Scanalytics, Inc., which makes intelligent internet-connected floor mats as a platform for real-time analytics and engagement in physical spaces.

Note: While he's in Urbana, David is interested in meeting with any students interested in discussing a career in Big Data. If you would like to meet with him, please send me an e-mail, slcooper@illinois.edu, so I can try to arrange a meeting.

You can see the rest of the Fall 2014 Physics Careers Seminar series here: http://physics.illinois.edu/events/seminars.asp?cal=4014