Richard Messner

Richard Messner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of New Hampshire's College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. His research focuses on optical signal processing, real-time digital image processing, and smart visual sensors. He has held roles since 1985, including membership in the IEEE Executive Committee and affiliations with professional organizations like SPIE and Sigma Xi.

Education includes a Ph.D. in Engineering Science from Clarkson University (1985), and earlier degrees from Clarkson College of Technology (M.S. 1981, B.S. 1979). His doctoral research at the Naval Research Laboratory explored image-processing architectures for invariant pattern recognition.

Research interests span neutron detection technologies (e.g., SONTRAC and LOONS instruments), biologically inspired sensors, and space instrumentation. Over 40 publications reflect contributions to solar neutron tracking, lunar spectrometers, and signal processing systems. He consults with industry and teaches courses in digital systems, image processing, and senior design projects.

No scientific awards explicitly listed, but his work impacts space science and sensor development. Advising includes doctoral research supervision and senior project mentorship. His lab collaborations involve advanced pipeline image processing and real-time systems.