Alex Burant

Alex Burant is an Assistant Professor of Practice at the University of Arizona. His office is located in PAS 378, and he holds a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2018). While currently not actively conducting research, his past work focused on biomedical physics, particularly the depolarization mechanisms of hyperpolarized xenon during spin exchange optical pumping—a process critical for enhancing MRI contrast in lung imaging and detecting brown adipose tissue.

• Education: Ph.D. Physics, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2018

His research interests historically centered on optimizing hyperpolarized xenon gas production to improve medical imaging techniques. Key contributions include analyzing xenon depolarization via superparamagnetic nanoparticles, rubidium interactions, and diffusion effects in magnetic field gradients. Though no awards are listed, his publications reflect expertise in magnetic resonance physics and biomedical applications.

Publications span 2014–2018, emphasizing hyperpolarized xenon’s role in diagnostic imaging and material interactions affecting its stability. No active grants or advising roles are noted in the provided information.