Larry W. Burggraf

Dr. Larry W. Burggraf is a Professor of Engineering Physics at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) within the Graduate School of Engineering's Department of Engineering Physics (ENP). He has held academic and research roles since 1970, including positions at the U.S. Air Force Academy and the Air Force Office of Scientific Research. His expertise spans nuclear measurements, positron spectroscopy, radiation chemistry, and quantum chemistry, with applications in gamma imaging and materials science.

Education:

• Ph.D., Chemistry, University of Denver (1981)
• Postdoctoral Associate, Computational Chemistry, Iowa State University (1993)
• M.A., Mathematics, University of West Florida (1977)
• M.S., Chemistry, The Ohio State University (1971)
• B.A., Chemistry, Olivet Nazarene University (1968)

Research Interests:

Dr. Burggraf's research focuses on advanced materials, nuclear radiation measurements, and quantum phenomena. Key areas include positron annihilation spectroscopy, additive manufacturing of materials, electro-optical systems, and quantum entanglement technology. His work bridges theoretical and experimental approaches, with applications in defense, environmental monitoring, and aerospace engineering.

Articles Trends:

Recent publications emphasize innovations in gamma detection systems, silicon-carbon cluster modeling, and nanoscale material characterization. His work often integrates computational chemistry (e.g., coupled-cluster methods) with experimental techniques like positron spectroscopy and atomic force microscopy.

Advising & Grants:

While no students are explicitly listed, Dr. Burggraf has led research teams at AFIT and AFTAC, focusing on technology transfer and R&D in materials science and nuclear security. His collaborative projects include work with Nobel laureates Ahmed Zewail (femtochemistry) and Richard Smalley (buckyball discovery).

Labs & Teams:

He contributes to AFIT's ENP department, leading initiatives in the Materials Science Curriculum and advanced measurement technologies. His lab work includes development of gamma detection systems and characterization of novel materials like colloidal quantum dots and silicon carbide crystals.