High Energy Physics
	Prof. Katsushi Arisaka Ultra High Energy Cosmic Ray Experiment
	The Particle astrophysics group at UCLA, led by Prof. Katsushi Arisaka is actively involved in the Ultra High Energy Cosmic Ray (UHECR) experiment, called Pierre-Auger Project (http://www.auger.org/). The construction of the observatory in Argentina is nearly complete, and we are entering the most exciting time with enormous amount of high quality data. Based on this success, we are designing even a bigger observatory in Colorado. An REU student is expected to work on data analysis as well as on designing the next experiment, using the advanced computing technologies. While so doing, a student will be exposed to the latest development in particle physics, astronomy and cosmology.