Mark Freeman

Mark Freeman, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Science. His research focuses on nanomagnetic and nanomechanical systems, including mechanical detection of magnetic resonance, spin mechanics, and ultrafast dynamics on the nanoscale. He leads a lab utilizing advanced nanofabrication and measurement tools such as scanning tunneling microscopy and optical microscopy.

Education:

• BSc Physics (Honours), University of Alberta (1981)
• MSc Physics, Cornell University (1984)
• PhD Physics, Cornell University (1988)

Research Interests:

His work explores angular momentum conservation in magnets, Einstein-de Haas effects, and the development of experimental physics curricula. Collaborations include NRC-NANO and the nanoFAB facility. Notable projects include the 'world’s smallest marriage proposal' using molecular-scale carbon monoxide fonts and torque-mixing magnetic resonance spectroscopy.

Teaching:

He teaches PHYS 397: Projects in Experimental Physics and PHYS 597: Graduate Projects in Experimental Physics, emphasizing hands-on experimental skills for undergraduates and graduate students.

Labs & Facilities:

Freeman's group uses the Science Hardware Makerspace ('the Shack') to provide students rapid access to advanced fabrication technologies. Research tools include nanomechanical magnetometry, optomechanical sensors, and terahertz pulse imaging.