Modern Control Systems for Accelerators Mentor: Bruce Dunham, ERL We are building a prototype accelerator for the future ERL (Energy Recovery Linac) at Cornell. The system consists of many complex subsystems such as lasers, diagnostics, safety, magnets, and RF power supplies which must work together to enable us to carry out experiments that will characterize the operation of the entire machine. An REU student can spend time learning the intricacies of controlling many devices, writing programs/scripts to automate data collection, and analyzing data for experiments. The student would work with scientists, software engineers and technicians and help to advance the knowledge of ERL's. Experience with Matlab or Tcl/Tk is useful.