Philip Goode

Philip Goode is a Distinguished Professor at the Physics department, affiliated with the Center for Solar-Terrestrial Research. His research focuses on advanced solar observatory instrumentation, adaptive optics, and solar dynamics. He has led major projects such as the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope (DKIST) and the development of the CYRA cryogenic infrared spectrograph at the Big Bear Solar Observatory (BBSO).

His work emphasizes high-resolution solar observations to study magnetic fields, coronal structures, and solar flares. Key contributions include advancements in multi-conjugate adaptive optics (MCAO) systems for mitigating atmospheric distortion. Goode's grants from the NSF and NASA span decades, supporting projects like solar prominence studies and telescope instrumentation.

Recent studies include Earth's albedo measurements via earthshine and detailed analyses of coronal rain and flare dynamics. His research bridges observational astronomy with engineering, advancing both instrumentation and solar physics understanding.