Nathan E. Lundblad

Nathan E. Lundblad is a Professor of Physics at Bates College, located in Lewiston, Maine. His research focuses on ultracold atomic physics, specifically Bose-Einstein condensation (BEC) and its study in both terrestrial and microgravity environments. He conducts experiments with students at Bates and collaborates with the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) using advanced techniques like laser cooling, magnetic trapping, and optical lattices.

Education: PhD in Physics from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and BA in Physics/Astrophysics from the University of California, Berkeley. Lundblad teaches courses such as Introductory Physics of Living Systems and Electronics, emphasizing hands-on laboratory experiences. He actively mentors undergraduate researchers, offering summer research opportunities for students of all years.

His lab, the Lundblad Lab for Ultracold Atomic Physics, explores quantum phenomena in ultrahigh-vacuum environments. While specific grants or awards are not detailed in the text, his work demonstrates sustained engagement with cutting-edge experimental physics. Collaborations with JPL highlight interdisciplinary and applied research impacts.