Gabriele Montefalcone

+1 (609) 865-9637 · +39 3293767175 · montefalcone@utexas.edu

I am a Ph.D. candidate in physics at the University of Texas at Austin, studying theoretical cosmology.
My research interests are in primordial cosmology, the physics of the dark sector as well as the use of cosmological probes to constrain new physics in the early and late universe.
I am a determined individual, always willing to learn and explore new research topics.


Currilucum Vitae

See my CV below for a full list of my papers, research presentations and visits, as well as my teaching experience, outreach activities and more.

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Research & Independent Work

Publications

To see a full list of my papers and most recent publications, please visit my InspireHep page at this link.



Unpublished Physics Work

  • PHY 396T- Cosmology - Final Paper: Dark Matter on Galactic Scales - May 2022
  • PHY 509- Quantum Field Theory - Final Paper: The Schwinger Effect - January 2020
  • Others

  • GRE - Physics Exam: GRE-Physics Complete Study-Guide - August 2020
  • PHI 371- Philosophical Foundations of Probability Theory - Final Paper: The radically conservative view of the Many Worlds Interpretation of quantum mechanics - May 2020
  • COVID-19 Independent Data Analysis II: Analysis and Predictions in Italy-Why this is relevant for the US - March 2020
  • COVID-19 Independent Data Analysis I: COVID-19 Analisi dati e Previsioni in Italia #RESTIAMOACASA - March 2020
  • Explorer Competition by Physics Unlimited: An Introduction to Statistical Mechanics - November 2018

  • Education

    University of Texas at Austin

    Doctor of Philosophy
    Physics - Thoeretical Cosmology

    Advised by Katherine Freese

    September 2021 - Ongoing

    Princeton University

    Bachelor of Arts
    Physics
    September 2016 - June 2020

    Liceo Scientifico Statale Augusto Righi

    Science-Track High School Diploma
    September 2010 - June 2015


    Landau Forte Academy Sixth Form

    1-semester student exchange program

    September 2013 - January 2014

    Interests

    My research combines theory and data-driven approaches to tackle fundamental questions in cosmology, like the nature of the dark sector and inflation. My work focuses both on model-building as well utilizing precise Cosmic Microwave Background measurements to explore new physics in the early and late universe.


    Whenever I am not immersed in physics, I'm out running. It's my daily ritual - a rhytm and discipline that brings clarity and balance to everything I do. In my remaining (limited) free time, I enjoy cooking typical Italian dishes, spending time outdoors, hiking and riding my motorcycle.

    Awards & Skills

    Academic Awards & Fellowships
    • 2024-25 University Graduate Continuing Fellowship
    • Awarded by the University of Texas Graduate School. Stipend of $ 36,000, tuition and insurance for full academic year included.
    • 2023 Steven Weinberg Summer Fellowship
    • Awarded annually to one member of the Texas Center for Cosmology and Astroparticle Physics at the University of Texas at Austin. Stipend of $ 7,500 and tuition for summer term included.
    • 2018 & 2019 A. G. Shenstone Prize Winner in Physics
    • Recognizes outstanding Physics undergraduates who have shown excellence in course work and promise in independent research.


    Programming Languages & Tools


    Athletic Achievements
    • 2020 John H. Chang '60 Award Recipient
    • Recognizes a member of the Princeton T&F program for their contributions to their teammates through their generosity, enthusiasm, commitment and dedication to the team.
    • 2022 CoSIDA Academic First-Team All-America
    • Selected among other 16 individual athletes from approximately a pool of 1640 annual Academic All-America selections.
    • 2020 & 2022 USTFCCCA All-Academic Team
    • 5th at the World University Games (2023)
    • 400hs Princeton U. all-time Record Holder: 49.15s (2023)
    • 10th all-time Italian 400m hurdler: 49.15s (2023)
    • Italian Senior 400hs Vice-Champion (2021)
    • 7 times Ivy League Track & Field Team Champion (2017 - 2020)
    • 500m Indoor U23 Italian Record Holder: 1:04.60 (2018)
    • World U20 400hs Championship Semifinalist (2016)
    • Italian U20 & U18 400hs Champion (2014-2016)