Astronomy
This work is done under the direction of professors
Thomas Balonek and
Jeff Bary. It involves experimental research in a few areas:
- Quasar variability
- Astronomical techniques
- Archaeoastronomy
- Astrophysics
Atomic and Optical Physics
This work is done under the direction of Professor
Enrique J. Galvez. It involves experimental research in a few areas:
- Atomic physics with Rydberg atoms
- Optical physics
- Physics education
- Photon quantum mechanics
Condensed Matter Physics
Professor
Beth Parks studies condensed matter physics. Two major recent projects include:
- Using terahertz spectroscopy to learn about the properties of single-molecule magnets
- Studying the conductivity of carbon nanotubes.