Richard deBoer

Richard deBoer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Notre Dame. His research focuses on nuclear reaction rates of light nuclei relevant to stellar energy production and element synthesis, with an emphasis on integrating nuclear reaction theory (e.g., R-matrix) with experimental measurements to clarify data interpretation and uncertainties. He has collaborated internationally, including at Laboratori Nazionali del Gran Sasso, and co-organized the 2016 R-matrix workshop. He serves as a consultant for the International Atomic Energy Agency in charged-particle-induced reaction evaluation.

Education

• B.S., Physics, Western Michigan University, 2003
• M.S., Physics, Ball State University, 2005
• M.S., Physics, University of Notre Dame, 2008
• Ph.D., Physics, University of Notre Dame, 2011

Research Interests

Richard deBoer's work bridges nuclear reaction theory and experimental data to advance understanding of astrophysical processes. His studies include resonance analysis, cross-section ratios, Monte Carlo uncertainty quantification, and R-matrix theory applications.

Scientific Contributions

His publications span nuclear data evaluation for astrophysics, experimental collaborations using Notre Dame's facilities, and computational methods for reaction rate modeling. He contributed to the development of the AZURE R-matrix code, enhancing its utility for nuclear astrophysics.