Christopher Mann

Christopher Mann is an Associate Professor at Northern Arizona University's Department of Applied Physics and Materials Science within the College of Engineering, Informatics, and Applied Sciences. His research focuses on optics, particularly optical interferometry and holography, with applications in industrial competitiveness, biomedical measurement science, and national security.

• PhD, Applied Physics, University of South Florida (2006)
• MS, Physics with Astrophysics, University of Birmingham, UK (2002)
• BS, Physics with Astrophysics, University of Birmingham, UK (2001)

Mann's recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate expertise in advanced imaging techniques including incoherent holography lattice light-sheet microscopy (IHLLS), 3D tomographic imaging, and physics-driven AI applications like DH-GAN networks for holographic reconstruction. His work explores spatiotemporal dynamics in neuronal signaling, subcellular structures, and material properties through innovative optical approaches.

Current research emphasizes computational optical imaging, with particular focus on coherence control in light-sheet microscopy and dual-color holographic techniques. While no formal awards are listed, his publications indicate continuous contributions to applied optics development across biomedical and materials science domains.