Mark J. Hogan

Dr. Mark J. Hogan is a Professor in the Department of Math and Science at the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA). He has been affiliated with the institution since 1999. His research focuses on experimental measurements of gaseous ion velocity distributions and transverse diffusion coefficients of ions in neutral gases. Dr. Hogan holds a BS in Astronomy & Physics from Haverford College, an MS and PhD in Physics from the National University of Singapore.

He has coauthored key textbooks, including the General Physics Laboratory Manual (4th and 5th editions) and Physics for Maritime Students. No academic awards, grants, or advisees are explicitly listed in the provided materials. His work contributes to foundational physics research with applications in maritime and atmospheric sciences.