Miguel Mostafá

Miguel Mostafá is the Dean of the College of Science and Technology and Professor of Physics at Temple University. He is a leading researcher in high-energy particle astrophysics, focusing on gamma-ray observations and cosmic-ray anisotropies using data from the High Altitude Water Cherenkov (HAWC) Gamma-ray Observatory. His work employs a multimessenger approach to explore particle interactions at energies beyond those achievable by human-made accelerators.

His research has had significant impact, with over 11 papers receiving more than 500 citations each and over 2,000 citations per year since 2017. His scientific interests span observational astrophysics, astroparticle physics, and high-energy phenomena in the universe.

The trends in his research, though specific publications are not listed, center on multimessenger astrophysics, cosmic-ray origins, and high-energy gamma-ray detection—fields critical to understanding extreme cosmic environments and fundamental particle interactions.

Scientific Awards:

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Advising and Grants:
While no specific students or grant funding are listed, Dr. Mostafá leads a research program with substantial scholarly output and institutional collaboration. His work involves interdisciplinary partnerships with Fox Chase Cancer Center, Lewis Katz School of Medicine, and Temple’s Ambler Campus, indicating strong research infrastructure and mentoring activity within large collaborative teams.

Labs and Teams:
Dr. Mostafá is actively involved with the High Altitude Water Cherenkov (HAWC) Gamma-ray Observatory, a major international collaboration. He contributes to multimessenger astrophysics efforts that integrate data across cosmic rays, gamma rays, and neutrinos. At Temple, he leads research initiatives within the Department of Physics and the broader College of Science and Technology, fostering innovation through interdisciplinary centers and institutes.