Physics Faculty
Physics Faculty
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Robert Haring-Kaye, Ph.D. (Department Chair)
Smashes atoms together at large-scale particle accelerator laboratories.
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Jennifer Ito, Ph.D.
Helped build millimeter-wavelength telescopes as part of the Simons Array in Chile.
Will Allison, M.S. Lab Manager, Instructor
A mechanical design engineer with extensive experience in CAD and prototyping.
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Michael Sommermann, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus of Physics
A nuclear physicist who takes astronomical photos.
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Ken Kihlstrom, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus of Physics
Demonstrates physics by lying on a bed of nails and walking on hot coals.