Matthew M Hedman

Matthew M Hedman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Idaho's College of Science. His research focuses on planetary science, specifically the dynamics and composition of planetary rings and moons.

• PhD in Physics, Princeton University (2002)
• BA in Physics and Anthropology, Grinnell College (1996)

His work utilizes data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), Cassini mission, and Hubble Space Telescope to study Saturn's and Uranus's ring systems, their interactions with moons, and potential geological activity on icy bodies like Europa and Enceladus. He contributes to mission planning for future exploration of ice giants.

Recent publications analyze bending waves, resonant patterns, and thermal properties in planetary rings using advanced observational techniques. His research also explores the origin of CO2 deposits on Uranian moons and the application of kronoseismology for probing planetary interiors.