Research in the Elon University Physics & Astronomy Department spans a wide range of topics, many of which intertwine with other disciplines. Please email the faculty member below if you are interested in exploring research opportunities.

Astrophysics

  • Active galactic nuclei, extreme emission line galaxies, intermediate mass black holes, galaxy chemical evolution, local high-z analogues, computational astrophysics, high performance computing (Chris Richardson)
  • Galaxy groups and clusters, large-scale cosmic structure, galaxy surveys, high-redshift analysis (Zack Hutchens)
  • Gamma ray bursts and photometric analysis of galaxy morphologies (Tony Crider).

Biophysics

  • Biomimetics, magnetic microspheres, magnetic hyperthermia, and targeted drug delivery (Emily Evans)
  • Cell and tissue interactions during cancer treatment (Richard Blackmon)

Theoretical Physics

  • Quantum theory and quantum fields in curved space (Martin Kamela)

Material Science

  • Magnetic materials, thin film deposition and ultrahigh vacuum (Kyle Altmann)
  • Quantifying biopolymer properties using nanoparticle sensors (Richard Blackmon)

Physics Education

Interdisciplinary Studies