Gareth Perry

Gareth Perry is an Assistant Professor in the Physics department at New Jersey Institute of Technology. His research focuses on ionospheric physics, space weather, and plasma dynamics, utilizing radar networks and incoherent scatter radar techniques. Perry is actively involved in large-scale projects funded by the National Science Foundation, including studies on solar eclipse impacts, substorm dynamics, and citizen science initiatives like the HamSCI Personal Space Weather Station Network. He has contributed to over 35 peer-reviewed publications and collaborates internationally on projects such as the Incoherent Scatter Radar Community Workshop and investigations into ion temperature anisotropy in the F-region ionosphere.

His work integrates observational and modeling approaches to understand phenomena like polar cap patches, traveling ionospheric disturbances, and solar eclipse effects on the ionosphere-thermosphere system. Perry's research emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, leveraging amateur radio networks and citizen science to enhance data collection and analysis. He has secured multiple federal grants, including a $1.8 million NSF grant for asthma-related lung function studies, demonstrating his broad scientific impact.

Perry has been featured in media coverage discussing topics such as the ionosphere and citizen science projects. His academic contributions span teaching courses like Physics II and advanced electromagnetism, reflecting his commitment to both research and education.