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
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.
Philip Wenz
I am currently studying at the University of Bern and working on obtaining my bachelor's degree.
In my free time, I enjoy bouldering and climbing. For now, I have been doing this mostly inside, but I would like to do these activities more often outside on a real rock as well. I also like playing video games and cooking as well as watching something on Netflix or any other platform.
Philip is the YPF’s webmaster and vice-secretary.
Cécile Reboud
I am currently in my second bachelor year in physics at ETH Zürich.
The idea of being able to explain everything is what first sparked my interest in physics. The depth and diversity of the subjects, as well as the people I met through university, are what motivate me to pursue my studies in physics. I am eager to learn more about the different fields, which is why I joined the YPF last year.
I look forward to further extend the network of physics students in Switzerland, as I believe the exchange between peers will always be valuable and is especially necessary in science. Aside from my studies, I love relaxed evenings with friends and enjoy gymnastics, as well as trying out new activities from the universities sport offers. I look forward to meet you at our next forum!
Cécile is the YPF’s webmaster and vice-secretary.
Katharina Moormann
I am currently studying physics in my second bachelor year at the ETH Zürich.
What I love about physics is that it studies the largest galaxies as well as the smallest particles. I am excited to explore more fascinating subfields in the future during my studies.
In the last forum i enjoyed meeting passionate physicists and engaging in interesting conversations, which is the reason I joined the YPF last year.
Outside uni, I find balance in sports. I just joined a football club in Zurich and play waterpolo and handball for fun. I also enjoy going to the flea market, trying new recipes and going out with friends.
Katharina is YPF’s treasury manager.
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