
Noah Allwicher
Physics, Skiing & Painting
[email protected]
Education
Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich, MSc Physics
09.2024 - 02.2026
Relevant coursework: machine learning for physicists and quantum optics
Built a pulse modulation system using 4f optics, programmable components, and precision motor control
Zurich, CH
University of Oxford, Master's Thesis
02.2025 - 08.2025
Conducting my master’s thesis in the Laser Physics Dept. under the supervision of Dr. Bentine
Title: Reducing motion artefacts in optical saturation measurements
Full scholarship from the Sheffield CF Facility covering the university fees, accommodation and food
Oxford, UK
Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich, BSc Physics
09.2021 - 09.2024
Comprehensive foundation in theoretical and experimental physics: quantum mechanics and optics
Embedded training in data analysis and numerical methods, along with a dedicated computer science lecture
Built and analyzed a quantum optics experiment on electromagnetically induced transparency (EIT)
Zurich, CH
Marie-Curie-Gymnasium, A levels (Abitur)
07.2018 - 07.2020
Advanced courses in mathematics and art; Honours Program: How Do We Build Tomorrow?
Dusseldorf, DE
Work Experience
Data Science Intern, ASML
03.2026 - Ongoing
Predicted laser-plasma interactions of EUV systems by developing machine learning in Databricks
Built a Grafana dashboard for real-time high-frequency EUV source KPIs
Eindhoven, NL
Research Intern, 清华大学 (Dept. of Tsinghua Precision Instruments)
08.2025 - 09.2025
Performed measurements and Python analysis on nanoscale zero-index metawaveguides
Presented research at universities in Beijing and Guangzhou
Beijing, CN
Teaching Assistant, ETH Zurich
09.2023 - 12.2023
Teaching assistant for Prof. Ensslin in the course Physics I
Awarded by student association for the best assistant: VMP Assistant Award
Zurich, CH
Summer Intern, Wanders Wagner (Engineering and Architecture)
08.2023 - 09.2023
Worked on the facade of a four-story apartment building, now under construction on Al-Wash Street
Emphasize on strong communication between the engineers and developers
Dubai, UAE
Design & Creative Engineering Projects
Reducing motion artefacts in optical saturation measurements
25 Weeks, 2025
Atomic and Laser Physics Dept., Dr. Elliot Bentine
Designed a sensor interface to reduce motion artefacts in optical oxygen measurements (>$3.5B pulse oximetry market)
Built and tested an optical measurement setup (calibration, alignment, repeatability) and implemented Monte Carlo simulations in Python and microcontroller control in C
Oxford, UK
Pulse Modulator for Femtosecond Ti:Sapphire Laser
12 Weeks, 2019
Optical Nanomaterial Group, Prof. Rachel Grange
Designed and built pulse stretcher and dispersion compressor in a 4f-system for a Ti:Sapphire laser
Programmed motorized iris control and quantified chirp from fiber-coupled delay lines, and combined optics, feedback systems, and physical interface design to shape light dynamically
Zurich, CH
Speculative Skyscraper Design – Helmut-Rhode-Förderpreis
2019
Speculative skyscraper concept on urban vertical futures
Awarded for design thinking, presentation quality, and urban systems innovation; Concept exhibited at the Stadtmuseum Düsseldorf and featured in a regional competition
Dusseldorf, DE
