Daniel Bekele Erenso

Dr. Daniel Bekele Erenso is a Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), part of the College of Basic and Applied Sciences. He holds a PhD from the University of Arkansas (2003), an MS from the University of Arkansas (2002) and Addis Ababa University (1997), and a BS from Addis Ababa University (1990).

His research focuses on Quantum Information, including quantum teleportation and entangled photon pairs; Experimental Biophysics, such as erythrocyte mechanics and gene therapy efficacy measurement using optical tweezers; and Synthetic Photonics Crystals for novel optical/electrical properties. He also explores Computational Biophysics involving membrane peptide simulations.

Recent work emphasizes optical tweezers for erythrocyte deformation studies, quantum teleportation fidelity via entangled photons, and parametric down-conversion optimization. His presentations span topics like shear stress effects on blood cells, squeezed vacuum interactions in quantum dots, and photonic crystal design.

• Awards: CBAS Distinguished Research Award (2016), Fulbright Award (2016), Excellence in Teaching Award (2011)
• Grants: MTSU Foundation Creative Projects Award (2008), Sigma Xi Research Awards

Dr. Erenso teaches courses ranging from introductory physics to advanced theoretical physics, including mathematical methods, classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, and general relativity. He has advised numerous undergraduate and graduate researchers through MTSU’s Scholars Week and national conferences.