Victoria Williamson

I graduated from the University of Florida with a major in Astrophysics and minors in Mathematics and Religious Studies. I joined the group in my sophomore year and soon began leading my own research project. In fall 2025, I began my Ph.D. at Rutgers University.

My research with Prof. Slepian and James Sunseri (Princeton University) investigates turbulence in the interstellar medium (ISM) using algorithms originally developed for cosmology. We applied the 4-Point Correlation Function (4PCF) to magnetohydrodynamic simulations, measuring the 4PCF on over 50 ISM simulations with varying magnetic field strength and pressure. Our findings reveal significant information beyond 2-point statistics, demonstrating the 4PCF’s potential as a powerful tool for studying turbulence and magnetic fields in the ISM. This work contributes to understanding star formation, one of nature’s most fundamental processes. Our published results are available here , and more details can be found on the project website. I was awarded a UF University Research Scholarship for this work.

Beyond research, I am passionate about astronomy outreach, particularly for women and underprivileged communities. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, reading, and painting with watercolors.

My personal website is here.