This is a personal web site dedicated to my research activities. Presently I am an associate professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Northern Iowa where I have been since the fall of 1999.
Brief description of my research
My goal is to advance the state of the art in computational modelling of the electronic properties of materials, especially those properties, such as electrical conduction and magnetism, that are tied to the underlying quantum nature of matter. With significant advances in this area, chemists, physicists and material scientists will have the tools they need to develop the materials that are needed for improved, energy-efficient performance of wide range of essential technology including motors, solar cells and electrical transmission systems.
If interested in participating in my research, then please feel free to contact me by e-mail or stop by my office (311 Begeman Hall). It is best to see me as soon as possible before the beginning of a research project as funding (for student pay or travel) may be available provided deadlines are met.
Please see the following for information potential research projects as well as information about the projects that have been completed by previous student participants.
Brief description of my research
My goal is to advance the state of the art in computational modelling of the electronic properties of materials, especially those properties, such as electrical conduction and magnetism, that are tied to the underlying quantum nature of matter. With significant advances in this area, chemists, physicists and material scientists will have the tools they need to develop the materials that are needed for improved, energy-efficient performance of wide range of essential technology including motors, solar cells and electrical transmission systems.Research opportunities for students
I welcome the involvement of undergraduate and graduate students in my research. While the research is computationally based, it is not necessary for a student to have had significant experience with computers before starting a research project. Ideally, a student will have completed or be enrolled in Modern Physics, Calculus II and Linear Algebra before starting a research project. However, special projects are possible for highly motivated students at an earlier stage of their studies or for students with special expertise in mathematics and/or computer science who are interested in focusing on those aspects of a research problem.If interested in participating in my research, then please feel free to contact me by e-mail or stop by my office (311 Begeman Hall). It is best to see me as soon as possible before the beginning of a research project as funding (for student pay or travel) may be available provided deadlines are met.
Please see the following for information potential research projects as well as information about the projects that have been completed by previous student participants.