Benjamin J. Owen

Benjamin J. Owen is an Adjunct Professor of Physics at Pennsylvania State University and a Professor of Physics at Texas Tech University. His primary affiliation is with Penn State's Department of Physics. Owen specializes in gravitational physics, with a focus on gravitational waves, neutron stars, black holes, and data analysis techniques. He holds a Ph.D. from the California Institute of Technology (1998) and a B.S. from Sonoma State University (1993).

His research integrates theoretical and computational methods to explore gravitational wave phenomena, particularly in the context of compact objects and relativistic astrophysics. Owen has contributed significantly to the LIGO Scientific Collaboration, analyzing gravitational wave data and developing waveform models for binary systems. His work emphasizes precision in waveform accuracy and the detection of transient gravitational wave signals.

Publications highlight studies on relativistic star deformations, magnetar observations, and binary black hole data. These contributions underscore his expertise in numerical relativity and observational astrophysics. Collaborations with institutions like LIGO and Virgo reflect his role in advancing gravitational wave astronomy.