The Particle Accelerator Engineering Network (PAEN) is delighted to announce the appointment of Martin Court as its new Chair.

Martin is currently an Electronics Engineering Manager at Elekta, where he leads a team dedicated to developing medical linear accelerators. His journey at Elekta began as a member of the Beam Generation team, where he played a crucial role in developing high voltage and RF generation solutions. Prior to his tenure at Elekta, Martin designed high voltage power supplies for radar systems and created low noise solutions for mass spectrometry and industrial X-ray applications.

Martin is deeply committed to STEM outreach, actively teaching young people about the exciting possibilities within the field of engineering. He believes in the importance of nurturing the next generation of engineers and technicians, ensuring they are well-equipped to tackle future challenges.

Read on to find out about the network’s vision, missions and values.

Vision:
To be the global leader in advancing particle accelerator technology and fostering innovation, while actively inspiring and developing the next generation of engineers and technicians through outreach and education

Mission:
Our mission is to connect and support professionals in the particle accelerator field by providing a platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and professional development. We are committed to advancing technological progress, improving accelerator performance, and actively engaging in outreach to inspire and recruit future engineers and technicians into the field of particle accelerator engineering

Values:
Community Building: We believe in the power of working together, sharing knowledge, and building partnerships to achieve common goals. PAEN connects experts and enthusiasts from various disciplines related to particle accelerators, facilitating networking and collaboration across the global community.

Knowledge Sharing: The network provides resources such as technical papers, research updates, and best practices to keep members informed about the latest advancements and trends in particle accelerator technology.

Professional Development: PAEN offers opportunities for training, workshops, and conferences to help members enhance their skills and stay current with emerging technologies and methodologies.

Innovation Support: By fostering a collaborative environment, PAEN encourages innovation and the development of new technologies and solutions to address challenges in particle accelerator engineering.

Ethical Standards: The network upholds high ethical standards in engineering practices, promoting transparency, integrity, and accountability among its members.

Impactful Contributions: PAEN aims to contribute to significant scientific discoveries and technological advancements through the collective expertise and efforts of its members, ultimately benefiting research and industry applications.

You can find out more about the Particle Accelerator Engineering Network on our webpage.

Get in touch with the network by contacting the PAEN Community manager, Gemma Hadley.