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Matthias KadlerView profile

Professor

• Astrophysics
• Black Hole Physics
• Relativistic Jets
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Prof. Dr. Matthias Kadler is the Chair of Astronomy at the Institute of Theoretical Physics and Astrophysics , University of Würzburg. His research focuses on black holes and relativistic jets in active galaxies, using multiwavelength observations (radio to gamma-ray) and Very Long Baseline Interferometry (VLBI). Chair of Astronomy, University of Würzburg (since 2011) Co-Program Manager of the TANAMI Collaboration Member of the Fermi/LAT Science Working Group Research Interests: Formation and collimation of relativistic jets Multiwavelength studies of TeV-emitting AGN Neutrino emission from blazars High-redshift blazar populations Recent Scientific Trends from his articles include: millimeter-VLBI jet imaging, gamma-ray flares at cosmic dawn (z>4), and neutrino correlations with AGN flaring. His work bridges astrophysics and astroparticle physics through projects like TELAMON and ANTARES. Awards and Funding: 2007 Otto-Hahn Medal (Max Planck Society) NRC Associateship (2005) and NASA Postdoctoral Fellow (2006-2008) Advisory Roles: Chair of the ANTARES Institution Board and Conference Committee. Collaborations include KM3NeT, Fermi/LAT, and VLBA/LBA VLBI arrays.

Daniel Anglés-AlcázarView profile

Assistant Professor

• Galaxy Evolution
• Computational Astrophysics
• Supermassive Black Holes
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Daniel Anglés-Alcázar is Assistant Professor of Physics at the University of Connecticut, specializing in computational astrophysics. Research focuses on galaxy evolution, supermassive black holes, and cosmology using large-scale numerical simulations. Honors include a Sloan Fellowship (2025) and Cottrell Scholar Award (2023). Current work examines multi-scale physical processes in galaxy formation, from stellar feedback to large-scale cosmic structure. Prior affiliations include research positions at the Flatiron Institute and Northwestern University, where he developed analysis tools for astrophysical simulations.

David B SandersView profile

Professor

• Cosmology
• Extragalactic Astronomy
• Interstellar Medium
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David B. Sanders is a Professor of Astronomy at the University of Hawaii's Institute for Astronomy (IfA) Mānoa campus, specializing in the study of Luminous Infrared Galaxies (LIRGs) and their connections to broader cosmic phenomena. His research spans cosmology, galaxy evolution, and interstellar medium dynamics, with a focus on understanding galactic mergers, star formation, and black hole growth. As a key contributor to major astrophysical surveys such as COSMOS-Web Euclid GOALS (Great Observatories All-Sky LIRG Survey) Acretion History of AGN (AHA) BAT AGN Spectroscopic Survey (BASS) , he combines observational data with theoretical modeling to unravel the universe's evolutionary timeline. Sanders' work leverages advanced technologies like JWST , Euclid's infrared detectors , and machine learning for morphological classification. His research also addresses critical cosmological questions regarding dark energy , galaxy mergers , and feedback mechanisms in starburst systems. He is deeply involved in data analysis infrastructure for future missions like WFIRST and Roman Space Telescope .

Duncan FarrahView profile

Associate Professor

• Observational Extragalactic Astrophysics
• Cosmology

Dr. Duncan Farrah is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy and a graduate faculty member at the Institute for Astronomy (IfA) at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa. His research focuses on observational extragalactic astrophysics and cosmology, utilizing data from astronomical surveys to study galaxy formation and evolution, dark matter, and the large-scale structure of the universe. He teaches undergraduate courses and actively mentors students, inviting inquiries for research projects via email. Research Interests: Observational Extragalactic Astrophysics (galaxy formation, starburst galaxies, AGN), Cosmology (dark energy, dark matter, cosmic microwave background studies). Contact: dfarrah@hawaii.edu | Office: WAT 401 | Phone: (808) 956-3729

Jeremy SaksteinView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cosmology
• Dark Energy
• Astrophysical Tests of Gravity
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Jeremy Sakstein is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa. His research focuses on the interplay between gravitation, cosmology, and astrophysics, with a particular emphasis on dark energy, modified gravity theories, and astrophysical tests of fundamental physics. He has held academic roles including Postdoctoral Fellowships at the University of Pennsylvania and the Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation, and has contributed to projects like the Novel Probes initiative, aiming to maximize scientific potential from cosmological surveys. Education: Ph.D. in Physics (2014, University of Portsmouth), M.Math (2010, University of Oxford), M.Physics (2009, University of Cambridge). Research Interests: Dark Energy dynamics, gravitational wave astronomy, black hole physics, the Hubble constant tension, and multi-messenger cosmology. His work includes probing modified gravity via astrophysical objects, testing gravity in extreme environments, and exploring particle physics connections like baryogenesis. Publications span cosmological models, neutron star dynamics, gravitational wave constraints, and dark matter interactions, with a focus on observational tensions and theoretical frameworks.

Benne HolwerdaView profile

Professor

• Galaxy Evolution
• Galaxy Morphology
• Interstellar Dust
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Benne Holwerda is a Professor of Physics at the University of Louisville whose research centers on galaxy evolution, morphology, and interstellar dust properties. His investigations address fundamental questions about how starlight traverses galaxies, how galaxies acquire star-forming fuel, and how evolutionary processes imprint on galactic structures. Holwerda utilizes major survey data from DEVILS, GAMA, and JWST programs including CEERS and PEARLS to study galaxies from z~0 to z>15. Key research directions include quantifying dust attenuation using multi-wavelength surveys, analyzing barred galaxy evolution up to z~4 with JWST, characterizing early-universe galaxies during reionization, and examining star formation in overlapping galaxy pairs. His group develops novel approaches for morphological classification through citizen science (Galaxy Zoo) and compares observational data with cosmological simulations like SIMBA. Holwerda leads investigations into compact dust-obscured star formation, Einstein ring lensing systems, and the origins of cosmic dust in early galaxies. Recent publications demonstrate extensive use of JWST data to probe galaxy formation in the first billion years after the Big Bang. No specific awards or supervised students are detailed in the provided materials.

James LauroeschView profile

Associate Professor

• Astrophysics
• Interstellar Medium
• Galactic Chemical Evolution
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James Lauroesch is Associate Professor of Physics at University of Louisville, specializing in astrophysics and interstellar medium research. His education includes a Ph.D. in Astronomy & Astrophysics from University of Chicago (1995), M.S. in Astronomy & Astrophysics from University of Chicago (1988), and dual B.A./B.S. degrees in Mathematics and Physics & Astronomy from University of Rochester (1986). Research focuses on: Elemental abundances in Milky Way and extragalactic systems Physical conditions in Magellanic Clouds QSO absorption line systems Structure of interstellar gas within 100pc of Sun Star-forming regions and planetary system formation Recent publication trends show strong focus on spectroscopic analysis of interstellar and intergalactic medium, with particular emphasis on: Chemical evolution traced through quasar absorbers Time-variable interstellar absorption features Structure of protoplanetary disks Galaxy chemical evolution patterns

Lutz HaberzettlView profile

Adjunct Assistant Professor

• Observational Astronomy
• Galaxy Evolution
• Low Surface Brightness Galaxies
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Lutz Haberzettl is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Physics at the University of Louisville, specializing in observational astronomy. His research investigates galaxy evolution, including Low Surface Brightness galaxies and star-forming systems at redshifts z~2, using multi-wavelength survey data from UV to far-IR. He also studies Large Quasar Groups (LQGs) as tracers of cosmic matter distribution. Funded by NASA grants like the Kentucky Space Grant Consortium, his work supports student research. Publications include analyses of Lyman Break Galaxies and galaxy morphology in surveys like GAMA.

Robert FisherView profile

Professor

• Computational Astrophysics
• Type Ia Supernovae
• Turbulent Fluid Dynamics
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Dr. Robert Fisher is a Professor of Physics at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth specializing in computational astrophysics. His research explores turbulent fluid dynamics in stellar explosions, particularly Type Ia supernovae and star formation processes. He leads a NASA-funded research group developing advanced hydrodynamic simulations of supernova remnants and white dwarf mergers. Education PhD in Physics, University of California, Berkeley (2002) BS in Physics with Honors, California Institute of Technology (1994) Research Focus His computational astrophysics work integrates theoretical modeling with high-performance computing to study: Turbulence-driven explosion mechanisms in supernovae Hydrodynamical simulations of white dwarf mergers Star formation in molecular clouds Interstellar medium physics Publication Trends Recent articles demonstrate consistent focus on supernova progenitor models, with particular emphasis on Chandrasekhar-mass white dwarfs and detonation physics. Hydrodynamic simulations of supernova remnants (especially 3C 397) show novel approaches to understanding explosion mechanisms through ejecta composition analysis. Funding & Recognition Recipient of a $555,751 NASA grant for research on turbulence-driven detonation initiation in Type Ia supernovae. Previously honored with a DOE Certificate of Service for groundbreaking turbulence and supernova research at the University of Chicago Flash Center. Teaching & Outreach Teaches classical mechanics, computational physics, and graduate research courses while promoting astronomy education through public lectures and collaborations with art institutions.

Timothy HamiltonView profile

Professor

• Quasars and Host Galaxies
• Ultra High-Energy Cosmic Rays
• Supermassive Black Hole Growth
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Timothy Hamilton is a Professor of Physics at Shawnee State University, specializing in astrophysics research on quasars, galaxy evolution, and cosmic phenomena. Education: Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh M.S., University of Pittsburgh B.S., Rhodes College His research investigates quasars and their host galaxies, ultra-high-energy cosmic rays, supermassive black hole growth mechanisms, and galaxy evolution patterns. Develops analytical methods including Principal Components Analysis applications in astrophysics. Recent publications examine radio-loud Seyfert galaxies, gravitational lensing effects, and dark matter distribution constraints through observational astronomy.

Raúl Esteban Angulo de la FuenteView profile

Research Professor

• Cosmology

Raúl Esteban Angulo de la Fuente is an Ikerbasque Research Professor specializing in numerical cosmology simulations at DIPC. His research models cosmic structures and evolution.

Konstantinos TassisView profile

Professor

• Star Formation
• Interstellar Medium Physics
• Magnetohydrodynamics (MHD)
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Konstantinos Tassis is a Professor at the Department of Physics, University of Crete, Greece. He specializes in astrophysics, focusing on star formation, interstellar medium physics, and magnetohydrodynamics. His career includes postdoctoral work at the University of Chicago, NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and the Max-Planck Institute for Radioastronomy. He leads the PASIPHAE project, a major effort to map interstellar magnetic fields using starlight polarization. Education: BSc in Physics (1999) - University of Thessaloniki PhD in Theoretical Astrophysics (2005) - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Awards: ERC Consolidator Grant (2018) His research explores magnetic fields' role in star formation, interstellar turbulence, and galactic dynamics. Key projects include the SALSA Legacy Program with SOFIA and collaborations like RoboPol for blazar monitoring. Supervised students include Gina Panopoulou, Aris Tritsis, and Raphael Skalidis, with postdoctoral collaborators like Dmitry Blinov. His work bridges observational data (e.g., HAWC+/SOFIA) and numerical simulations to advance understanding of cosmic magnetic fields. PASIPHAE aims to create 3D tomographic maps of the ISM using wide-field optical polarimetry. His lab contributes to instrumentation (WALOP-South) and data analysis methods for polarized light studies.

Matthew BaylissView profile

Associate Professor

• Observational Cosmology
• Galaxy Evolution
• Gravitational Lensing
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Matthew Bayliss is Associate Professor of Physics at the University of Cincinnati, investigating observational cosmology and galaxy evolution using facilities like Hubble, Chandra, and JWST. His research employs gravitational lensing to study high-redshift galaxies and galaxy clusters. Bayliss holds a PhD from University of Chicago and completed postdoctoral work at Harvard and MIT. Bayliss leads the Bayliss Research Group, mentoring graduate students and undergraduates in astrophysics research. His team specializes in strong lensing-assisted studies of galaxy formation and develops tools for JWST data analysis. Current projects include SLICE (Strong LensIng and Cluster Evolution) with JWST and studies of Lyman-alpha emission in distant galaxies. Research has been supported by NASA grants including HST-GO-17311 and JWST-GO-03843, focusing on resolved star formation at cosmic noon. Outreach initiatives include student-led development of JWST analysis tools through Ohio Space Grant funding.

Brian VillmoareView profile

Associate Professor

• Biological Anthropology
• Paleoanthropology
• Human Evolution
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Brian Villmoare is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), and an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine. He earned his Ph.D. in Physical Anthropology from Arizona State University in 2008, focusing on craniofacial morphology of early hominins under the mentorship of Bill Kimbel and Charles Lockwood. His research integrates evolutionary theory with high-resolution anatomical studies to explore hominin craniofacial evolution, selection pressures, and morphological integration. Dr. Villmoare co-directs the NSF-funded Ledi-Geraru Project in Ethiopia’s Afar Region, investigating hominin diversification and paleoenvironments during the Pliocene-Pleistocene transition. He has conducted fieldwork at key sites like Koobi Fora (Kenya) and Makapansgat (South Africa), emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches combining 3D scanning, biomechanical modeling (FEA), and paleoecological analysis. His academic contributions include studies on hominin sexual dimorphism (via Ileret footprints), evolutionary constraints on craniofacial form, and critiques of brain size reduction hypotheses. Research interests span biological anthropology, adaptation, and developmental biology, with a focus on Ethiopia, Kenya, and South Africa. He supervises graduate students (Alesha Pettit, Bri Heisler, Hannah Giberti) working on topics like hominin facial biomechanics, dental evolution, and fossil phylogenetics. Recent grants include a $2.4 million NSF award (2024-2026) and Leakey Foundation funding (2024). His 2022 book, *The Evolution of Everything*, synthesizes evolutionary principles across cosmic, geological, and human timescales. Lab collaborations include technology transfer initiatives in Ethiopia’s National Museum (3D printing), and teaching roles at UNLV, the UNLV School of Medicine, and College of Southern Nevada. Key projects address hominin social structure, taxonomic boundaries in early *Homo*, and the evolutionary origins of decision-making behaviors.

• Astrophysics
• Galaxy Evolution
• Active Galactic Nuclei
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Lauranne Lanz is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at The College of New Jersey's School of Science. Her research centers on extragalactic astrophysics, including galaxy evolution, active galactic nuclei (AGN), and the interstellar medium. She employs multi-wavelength data from space telescopes and ground-based observatories to study galactic feedback mechanisms and star formation processes. Education: Ph.D. in Astronomy and Astrophysics, Harvard University, 2013 A.M. in Astronomy, Harvard University, 2009 B.Sc. in Astronomy and Physics, University of Maryland, College Park, 2007 Her research explores AGN feedback in galaxy clusters, molecular gas dynamics in infrared-bright galaxies, and shock-induced star formation. Recent work focuses on obscured quasars and the role of radio jets in galactic evolution. Publications demonstrate a strong focus on high-energy extragalactic phenomena, with recurring themes of AGN obscuration, radio jet interactions, and multi-wavelength survey science. Her articles frequently leverage data from NuSTAR, ALMA, and Hubble Space Telescope. Dr. Lanz mentors undergraduate researchers in astrophysics projects and collaborates internationally through consortia like the NuSTAR Extragalactic Survey team. Laboratory facilities include access to the college's astronomical instrumentation and data archives.