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The existence of dark matter has long been hypothesised based on astrophysical observation, but it has yet to be detected directly. SuperCDMS is an experiment currently being installed at SNOLAB that aims to observe this direct interaction of dark matter with germanium and silicon targets. This seminar will explore the motivation and design for this experiment, covering the detector physics and dark matter modelling required to interpret the data once operational. The current installation status will also be presented, along with preliminary analysis from test facilities and simulation that support the SuperCDMS physics program as the collaboration prepares for “first dark”.

The McDonald Institute seminar will be held in Stirling 501. A zoom link is also available and was shared via email from Melissa Diamond or Aaron Vincent. Please reach out to them to get access.