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Brad Trees is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Physics & Astronomy at Ohio Wesleyan University, where he has taught since 1997. He holds a B.A. from Ohio Wesleyan and M.S./Ph.D. from The Ohio State University, and serves as Pre-Engineering Program Director.
- Richardson-Linebaugh Professor
- Department Chair
- NSF-REU Program Administrator
Research Focus: Theoretical condensed matter physics with emphasis on Josephson junction arrays and synchronization of coupled oscillators. His work spans quantum dynamics, phase locking, and nonlinear system behavior, revealing fundamental insights into superconducting devices and synchronization mechanisms.
- Condensed matter theory
- Josephson junction dynamics
- Quantum synchronization
- Nonlinear oscillator networks
- Superconducting circuit modeling
Scientific Awards:
- 2022 Libuse L. Reed Endowed Professorship
- 2017 Bishop Herbert Welch Meritorious Teaching Award
- 2003 Sherwood Dodge Shankland Award
Educational Impact: Recognized for innovative teaching methods, Dr. Trees has secured significant NSF funding for undergraduate research through the REU program, mentoring students from diverse backgrounds while maintaining active research collaborations with institutions like Carnegie Mellon University.
