Frederik Van der Brugge
I am currently in the second year of my master’s in physics at the ETH Zurich, where I will focus on quantum physics and quantum computing. Apart from physics, I am also quite interested in artificial intelligence, robotics and automation.
In my free time, I like to play video games, hang out with friends, cook, travel or exploit my Netflix subscription.
As a member of the YPF committee, I am excited to help establish a society of physicists that reaches beyond lecture rooms. And, needless to say, I always look forward to organizing and participating in the YPF forums, which celebrate the numerous fascinating sides of physics.
Frederik is the YPF’s president.
Antonio Jorge Del Rio
I am currently in the third year of my Bachelor studies in Physics with a minor in Banking and Finance at the University of Zurich. I very much enjoy the fields of quantum mechanics and data science.
In my free time, I enjoy travelling, hiking in the mountains, and playing saxophone. I’m also always up for playing fun board and card games.
As a committee member of the YPF, I am very excited to help connect physicists from all over Switzerland. I believe in the importance of exchanging ideas and collaboration between people with an interest in and passion for physics.
Antonio is the YPF's Vice President.
Jessica Ruffiner
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I am currently pursuing my master’s in Physics at the University of Fribourg. This spring term I will do an exchange semester at the University in Sweden, in Umea.
The fascinating behaviour of space, time and matter convinced me to study physics. One day I would like to contribute to the solution of the climate crisis in research and development in the field of renewable energies.
In my free time, I enjoy going out and meeting new people to engage in interesting and fun conversations. I always like to try new sports without ever being really good at any of them. During the holidays, I like to travel around to discover new things. Netflix, Marvel, gaming and Shopping are my bad weather programme, while I prefer swimming, skiing and hiking under a bright blue sky in my home country, the Valais.
Jessica is the YPF’s community manager.
Nicola Ramseyer
I’m currently studying physics and biochemistry at the University of Bern and plan to obtain my BA degree in 2023. One of the reasons behind choosing these subjects in particular is my interest in the phenomenon of consciousness. Furthermore, I am drawn towards biotechnology and artificial intelligence, with a trip into the depths of quantum physics from time to time.
In between reinventing the wheel and 2AM nature documentaries, I like to sing or read as well as dedicating my time to politics. It is an honor to contribute to an organization like the YPF, highlighting the many faces of physics. I hope that future YPF events will inspire conversations and strengthen people’s interest in the field of science.
Nicola is the YPF’s vice secretary.
Michael Sturzenegger
I am currently studying physics at the University of Basel.
I’m looking forward to my first year in the YPF committe and I’m happy to face the new challenges that will be presented to me this year.
My free-time activities, besides studying physics, are dancing Bachata, and watching series and movies.
Michael is the YPF webmaster.Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Johannes Eberle
I am in the third year of my studies towards a bachelor‘s degree in Physics at ETH Zürich. My preferred fields are particle physics, as well as computer science.
Besides my studies I like playing tennis and Go. Moreover, I enjoy reading books and travelling.
Meeting new people that are as passionate about physics as I am, has been one of my greatest experiences over the course of the past few years. That is why I am looking forward to the next YPF Forum, which will be my third.
Johannes is the YPF’s main secretary.
Adèle Le Borgne
I’m studying physics at the University of Geneva, I have chosen specifically theoretical physics because I love black holes! I'm interested in general relativity, cosmology, quantum gravity, the primordial universe... and a lot of fun things.
I spend my free time skiing, hiking, cycling, and/or going out with my friends. I also enjoy playing the piano.
It's always a pleasure to meet people with the same interest in science, I’m looking forward to helping organize the new Forum on one of the many topics physics can offer!
Adèle is the YPF treasury manager.