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Richard Taylor is a Professor and Head of the Department of Physics at the University of Oregon, affiliated with the Materials Science Institute (MSI). With a PhD from the University of Nottingham (1988), he has been at UO since 1999. His research focuses on experimental condensed matter physics and biophysics, with interdisciplinary work in fractal geometry's applications to neuroscience, art, and architecture. Taylor pioneered fractal bionics, exploring how natural fractal patterns optimize artificial systems such as retinal implants and solar cells.
His teaching awards include the Outstanding Teacher in Higher Education Award and Cottrell Scholarship. He has authored textbooks like Light, Color and Vision and led over 10,000 students. As MSI director (2010–2018), he managed a $10M annual grant portfolio. Taylor’s work bridges science and art, featured in BBC documentaries and collaborations with institutions like the Guggenheim Museum.
Research highlights include fractal electrode designs for neural interfaces and studies on fractal aesthetics in architecture and visual arts. His lab, Fractals Research LLC, explores applications in biophilic design and medical technology.
