Merideth A. Frey

Merideth A. Frey is a Physics faculty member at Sarah Lawrence College, specializing in low-field nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for cross-disciplinary applications. She focuses on making MR technology affordable and accessible through open-source 3D-printed equipment and educational outreach.

• PhD in Physics from Yale University (2013)
• BA and MS in Physics from Wellesley College (2007) and Yale University (2009), respectively.

Research Interests

Her research bridges Quantum Spin Dynamics and Magnetic Resonance, with a strong emphasis on Physics Education Research and 3D Printing for scientific equipment. She develops low-cost MRI setups and permanent magnet gradients to democratize access to advanced physics tools.

Scientific Awards

• National Science Foundation grant to integrate NMR into undergraduate curricula (2021).

Advising and Grants

Her NSF-funded project supports research stipends for up to 19 undergraduate students, 2 graduate students, and 6 high school students from Yonkers Public School system. She collaborates with Colin Abernethy (Sarah Lawrence College) and David Gosser (City College of New York).

Labs and Teams

Merideth leads a research team working on open-source magnetic resonance systems, including Summer Science Program students. Her team develops 3D-printed equipment like linear actuators, magnet holders, and gradient assemblies, with contributions from students like Xandra Long, Lee Brown, and Afia Khan.