Tim Bolton

Tim Bolton is the William & Joan Porter Professor and Department Head of Physics at Kansas State University. He leads experimental high energy physics research focusing on neutrino studies and detector technology. His current projects include the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) and the Mu2e experiment at Fermilab. Bolton holds a Ph.D. from MIT (1988) and a B.S. from Stanford (1982).

• Education: Ph.D. Physics, MIT (1988); B.S. Physics, Stanford University (1982)

His research develops liquid argon time projection chamber (LArTPC) technology for next-generation neutrino experiments. Key areas include neutrino oscillations, cosmic ray background suppression, and detector design for DUNE's Sanford Underground Research Facility. Bolton also contributes to Mu2e's exploration of lepton conservation laws.

Recent publications emphasize DUNE's conceptual design, neutrino detection techniques, and background rejection strategies in LArTPC environments. His work bridges detector engineering, particle physics theory, and collaborative international projects.

• Advisee: Norman Martinez (PhD student)
• Major Facilities: Sanford Underground Research Facility, Fermilab

Bolton oversees the Physics Department's academic and research programs, maintaining KSU's role in major national physics initiatives.