Undergraduate Target Fabrication Opportunities at the University of Michigan*

The University of Michigan houses a blend of staff and undergraduate students to facilitate the fabrication of high-precision targets for High-Energy-Density Physics (HEDP) experiments at facilities such as the Omega Laser Facility, Jupiter Laser Facility, and others. Undergraduate students combine the benefits of a resource-rich environment and creative freedom in order to develop innovative and efficient new methods. Resources include: in-house UV laser cutting, micron-level microscopy and direct access to 3D-printing. Students are also able to interact with experienced experimental researchers giving students insight into significant portions of the research process lifecycle, from target design to experimental execution. The engagement with different research concepts fosters a diverse environment for students to pursue inquiries into particular areas of interest within HEDP while building skills for research across the broader discipline of experimental physics.