Last week, the International Particle Physics Outreach Group (IPPOG) held its 29th Collaboration Meeting at Fermilab, the renowned U.S. national laboratory for particle physics.

At IPPOG, we believe scientific curiosity should be nurtured, not gatekept. That’s why we’re proud to spotlight individuals who are actively breaking barriers in science communication. This month, we shine the light on Kazuo Tanaka, a particle physicist, educator, and outreach pioneer whose work is reshaping how young people interact with science.

Today, April 14th,, the global scientific community will come together to celebrate World Quantum Day, marking 100 years since the inception of quantum mechanics. This day not only honors the profound impact of quantum science on our understanding of the universe but also highlights its transformative applications in modern technology.

Few days ago we had the pleasure to meet in person Ambre Visive at CERN.

1. Can you share a bit about your journey to particle physics? What drew you to the field, and how did your experiences outside of formal education shape your current career?

This month, IPPOG shines a spotlight on Ivan Melo, a theoretical particle physicist at the University of Žilina and Slovakia's representative in IPPOG . With a deep passion for scientific outreach, Ivan has dedicated his career to making complex physics concepts accessible and inspiring a new generation of enthusiasts.