Patrick Carzon

Dr. Patrick Carzon serves as an Assistant Professor of Physics at Franciscan University of Steubenville, specializing in theoretical nuclear physics and physics education innovation. His work bridges fundamental research on heavy-ion collision dynamics with pedagogical advancements in undergraduate instruction.

His academic credentials include:

• Ph.D. in Physics, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (2023)
• B.S. in Physics with Computer Science, Lawrence Technological University (2018)

Dr. Carzon's research focuses on the Initial State of Heavy-Ion Collisions with conserved charges and hydrodynamic evolution connections, alongside nuclear structure analysis using computational methods. His educational research pioneers writing-intensive curriculum development for physics instruction, emphasizing open-source coding practices to enhance student engagement. This dual focus creates unique synergies between theoretical particle physics and classroom pedagogy.

No scientific awards are documented in available materials. As a junior faculty member, he actively mentors students within the Physics Department, though specific advisees aren't named. His presence strengthens the department's capacity in computational nuclear physics and evidence-based teaching methodologies, complementing colleagues like Fr. Nathan Malavolti and Dr. Christina Safranski in delivering comprehensive physics education.