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John Eric Goff is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Puget Sound. His research focuses on sports physics, particularly soccer aerodynamics and Tour de France modeling. He has authored two books and numerous research articles, with his work frequently featured in the media. As an educator, he teaches advanced courses such as Electromagnetic Theory (PHYS 351-A) and Quantum Mechanics I (PHYS 411-A) for Fall 2025.
Education:
- BS, Vanderbilt University, 1992
- MS, Indiana University Bloomington, 1993
- PhD, Indiana University Bloomington, 1999
Research Interests: Combines physics with sports analytics, specializing in:
- Aerodynamics of soccer ball trajectories
- Mathematical modeling of cycling performance (e.g., Tour de France)
- Interdisciplinary applications of physics in athletics
Contact Information: Office: Thompson 165A | Email: jgoff@pugetsound.edu
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