Explore the fascinating world of particle physics and the Compact Muon Solenoid (CMS) experiment at CERN in this 42-minute talk by physicist Kathryn Coldham. Delve into the history and significance of the CMS detector, a crucial component of the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) that played a key role in confirming the existence of the Higgs Boson in 2012. Discover how over 5000 researchers worldwide use this cutting-edge detector to unravel the mysteries of the Universe at its smallest scale. Learn about the experiment's past achievements, current applications, and future prospects as the LHC pushes boundaries with unprecedented particle collision energies. Gain insights into the forefront of particle physics research, including the development of artificial intelligence algorithms for data analysis, from the perspective of a leading researcher in the field.