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Leslie Hebb is a Professor of Physics in the Department of Physics at Hobart and William Smith Colleges (HWS), where she joined the faculty in 2013. Her academic journey includes a Ph.D. and M.S. from The Johns Hopkins University and a B.S. from the University of Denver. She previously held postdoctoral and research positions at the University of St. Andrews, Vanderbilt University, and served as a visiting faculty member at the University of Washington.
Educational Background:
- Ph.D. in Physics and Astronomy, The Johns Hopkins University
- M.S. in Physics, The Johns Hopkins University
- B.S. in Physics, University of Denver
Leslie Hebb's research focuses on astronomy and astrophysics, particularly the discovery and characterization of extrasolar planets, the fundamental properties of low mass stars, and the formation and evolution of planetary systems. A significant aspect of her work involves studying magnetic activity on stars beyond the Sun, leveraging data from NASA's Kepler satellite. Her research is supported by a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant, highlighting its scientific importance and impact.
Her scholarly contributions include numerous academic publications in the field of astronomy, though specific titles are not listed in the provided text. The research trends indicate a strong emphasis on observational astrophysics, data analysis from space-based telescopes, and stellar-exoplanet interactions.
Scientific Awards and Honors:
- ARCS Foundation Scholarship
- Society of Women Engineers Scholarship
- Cibrowski Foundation Scholarship
- IBM Scholars Program
- ZONTA International Amelia Earhart Fellowship (2001)
- Outstanding Senior Woman, University of Denver
- Member, Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
Leslie Hebb has been actively involved in mentoring and research supervision, though specific names of students are not provided. Her grant from the NSF demonstrates her success in securing external funding, enabling advanced research in stellar magnetic activity. She has also gained international research experience through positions in the UK and the US, enriching her academic perspective and collaborative network.
She is affiliated with research teams involved in the SuperWASP transiting planet survey and utilizes data from NASA's Kepler mission. Her work contributes to major efforts in exoplanet detection and stellar characterization, positioning her within a global network of astrophysicists advancing our understanding of planetary systems beyond our own.
