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Dr. Regina DeWitt is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at East Carolina University. Her research focuses on luminescence dosimetry, thermoluminescence (TL), and optically stimulated luminescence (OSL) techniques applied to environmental radiation studies, geological dating, and emergency response. She leads a lab investigating novel materials for radiation detection and collaborates on projects in Antarctica, North Carolina's Outer Banks, and beyond. Her work bridges environmental science, planetary studies, and medical applications. Dr. DeWitt earned her PhD in Physics from the University of Heidelberg (2002) and teaches courses including Modern Optics and Astronomy.
Research interests include radiation measurement in extreme environments, coastal geomorphology, and ice sheet dynamics. Her lab offers TL/OSL dating services for sediment samples and explores luminescence properties of materials for space applications. Current projects examine sea-level changes in Antarctica and glacial retreat impacts. She emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and has contributed to developing emergency dosimetry protocols for radiation emergencies.
Dr. DeWitt’s work integrates field studies, laboratory analysis, and theoretical models to address climate change, environmental hazards, and planetary science questions. Her research has been supported by grants from NSF and international partnerships, advancing both fundamental science and practical applications in environmental monitoring and space exploration.
