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Douglas Bergman is a Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Utah. His research focuses on experimental particle and astrophysics, particularly ultra-high energy cosmic rays (UHECRs). He leads projects like the Telescope Array (TA) and its extensions, TALE and NICHE, which detect UHECR-induced air showers via fluorescence and Cherenkov radiation. Bergman has held academic positions including Associate Professor at the University of Utah (2009–2022) and roles at Rutgers University. He earned a Ph.D. in Physics from Yale University (1997) and a B.A. from the University of Chicago (1989).
His education includes postdoctoral training at Rutgers (1997–2004). Research highlights include the High Resolution Fly’s Eye (HiRes) experiment and contributions to cosmic ray composition studies, spectral modeling, and detector development. He teaches courses in computing for physics, electronics, and quantum theory. Current student projects include TALE fluorescence measurements and NICHE development.
Bergman’s work involves collaborations like the Telescope Array and Pierre Auger Observatories. He specializes in atmospheric detection techniques, shower reconstruction using universality models, and low-energy threshold extensions. His research addresses cosmic ray origins, propagation, and energy loss effects over cosmological distances.
