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Robert DeSerio is a Senior Lecturer and Director of Undergraduate Laboratories in the Department of Physics at the University of Florida, holding a PhD from the University of Chicago (1981). His work focuses on educational innovation in physics, particularly through designing hands-on experimental apparatus for introductory and advanced physics laboratories, integrating computer interfaces, and creating student guides for equipment usage.
His research interests emphasize experimental physics education, pedagogical techniques, and modernization of undergraduate labs. He has developed tools for laboratory experiments in nonlinear dynamics, computational data acquisition, and quantum mechanics, often leveraging cost-effective or accessible technologies like quartz tuning forks for superfluid studies. The University of Florida Introductory Physics Experiments series exemplifies his commitment to accessible, repeatable educational resources.
DeSerio’s publications span chaos theory, data analysis, and atomic physics, with a recurring focus on bridging experimental design and pedagogy. Key works include studies on chaotic pendula, Savitsky-Golay filters, and quantum coherence in hydrogen states. His collaborations with institutions like the National Science Foundation highlight contributions to faculty training programs.
