Amar Šehić

My thesis focuses on Gauge Theories and Symmetry Breaking in Massive Gravity. Specifically, we explore applications of Noether’s Theorems to dRGT Massive Gravity, where the problem of explicit symmetry breaking is repaired by introducing Stuckelberg Fields.

We studied the density of optical states on 2D random Scattering Media. We achieved this by We studied the density of optical states on 2D random Scattering Media. We achieved this by measuring the lifetimes of emitters distributed on nanostructured semiconductor membranes. The project involved assembling, aligning and operating an optics setup, as well as programming the experimental setup as to automatize data collection. In addition, a large portion of the project also focused and data… Show more

We studied the density of optical states on 2D random Scattering Media. We achieved this by We studied the density of optical states on 2D random Scattering Media. We achieved this by measuring the lifetimes of emitters distributed on nanostructured semiconductor membranes. The project involved assembling, aligning and operating an optics setup, as well as programming the experimental setup as to automatize data collection. In addition, a large portion of the project also focused and data analysis and interpretation of the results as compared to the literature. Another part of the experience focused on the interaction in an international scientific environment, which was done through weekly progress meetings with the group, as well as scientific discussions, presentations and colloquia. Show less

Assisted with research in Combinatorial Knot Theory, explored connections between unknotting numbers and prime knots using arc-presentations and Dynnikov simplifications. Presented a survey of the results at the Colby Liberal Arts Symposium.

YouAd is a company founded in 2015, by a group of passionate and dedicated students as a joint business venture. We provide companies with the opportunity to advertise their products and services in an unconventional and innovative setting. We aim to take advantage of the unutilized space offered by hosts around the world who rent or share their living/office spaces in the ever-growing sharing economy. We serve as an intermediary between companies seeking more advertising opportunities and… Show more

YouAd is a company founded in 2015, by a group of passionate and dedicated students as a joint business venture. We provide companies with the opportunity to advertise their products and services in an unconventional and innovative setting. We aim to take advantage of the unutilized space offered by hosts around the world who rent or share their living/office spaces in the ever-growing sharing economy. We serve as an intermediary between companies seeking more advertising opportunities and hosts/renters seeking additional income. The sophisticated YouAd platform, comprised of a website and a mobile application, serves as a bridge between companies and hosts/renters. The integration of these two groups inevitably leads to a breakthrough in the world of marketing. YouAd possesses a comprehensive database of hosts and renters which enables the advertising campaigns to successfully reach their target audiences and goals. We identify the optimal advertising locations for our clients from the space sharing websites based on a set of metrics including location, rating and target demographic. I founded and competed with YouAd in the Colby Entrepreneurial Alliance Grant Competition, a seed funding competition for start-ups based at Colby College. This involved preparing a company pitch, which consisted of designing a high-quality presentation, writing the accompanying pitch and delivering it in front of an audience and a panel of judges. Show less

Pack Mules is an online distributor for Colby College students, operating in Waterville, USA. The company was established for the sole purpose of providing Colby College students an easy to access online platform for online retail purchases from businesses located in Waterville, ME. We offer a user-friendly interface with delivery within 24 hours of purchase to the location specified by the customer. The company provides accurate delivery times with low prices that save both the time and money… Show more

Pack Mules is an online distributor for Colby College students, operating in Waterville, USA. The company was established for the sole purpose of providing Colby College students an easy to access online platform for online retail purchases from businesses located in Waterville, ME. We offer a user-friendly interface with delivery within 24 hours of purchase to the location specified by the customer. The company provides accurate delivery times with low prices that save both the time and money of Colby College students. I acted as CEO and co-founder of the start-up Pack Mules, a student run online store, based at Colby College. I was involved in directing the company, organization of meetings, marketing, logistics and building the company website. Show less