Welcome to my webpage!

I'm an experimental physicist with a passion for understanding the fundamental properties of materials, particularly thin films and nano-/micro-scale devices. My research interests lie in the area of condensed matter physics, materials science, and nanotechnology. More specifically, my research focuses on metal and metal oxide thin films, exploring how their unique properties can lead to new applications in energy, environmental remediation, sensing technologies, and resistive random-access memory (ReRAM). 

Currently, I'm a full-time lecturer in Physics at Virginia Wesleyan University (VWU), located in beautiful Virginia Beach. I have been actively involved in both teaching and faculty service in the department. I teach a variety of courses, including PHSC 100 (Intro to Physical Science), PHYS 141 (Intro to Astronomy), PHYS 2211 (Mechanics), and PHYS 2212 (Electricity & Magnetism), both in lecture and lab! Before joining VWU, I served as a Limited-Term Asst. Professor in the KSU Journey Honors College at Kennesaw State University, and I spent a year teaching in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at Georgia Southern University. My journey also includes a rewarding Postdoctoral experience at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where I worked with Professor Eric M. Vogel in The Vogel Group.

Teaching is a big part of my academic life, and I'm dedicated to making physics accessible through active learning, using real-world examples to help students grasp both basic principles and more advanced concepts. Whether I'm teaching introductory physics or more specialized topics, I aim to foster an environment where students can explore and appreciate the laws that govern the physical world. 

Please feel free to explore the links on this page to learn more about my academic background, research, and interests. If you'd like to get in touch or discuss potential collaborations, please don't hesitate to reach out via my Contact Info page.