Jeff Dror

Jeff Dror is Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Florida, where he leads research in the High Energy Theory group at the Institute for Fundamental Theory. His research focuses on detecting cosmic fossils like axions and gravitational waves to understand the universe's evolution.

His research explores novel methods for detecting low-frequency gravitational waves in the nanohertz to picohertz range using pulsar timing arrays, and experimental searches for axions as potential dark matter or dark radiation candidates. His work extends detection sensitivity beyond current experimental capabilities.

Dror's investigations target fundamental questions about early universe phenomena including supermassive black hole mergers, cosmic phase transitions, and inflation through their gravitational wave signatures. His research bridges particle theory, astrophysical observation, and experimental design.