Stephan McCandliss

Dr. Stephan McCandliss is a Research Professor and Director of the Center for Astrophysical Sciences (CAS) at Johns Hopkins University's Department of Physics & Astronomy. He leads the Sounding Rocket group, specializing in experimental astrophysics and ultraviolet astronomy. His work involves innovative spectroscopic designs and has resulted in 16 rocket launches since 1988, observing celestial objects like comets and nebulae.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Physics and Astronomy, University of Washington (1980)
• PhD in Astrophysics, University of Colorado, Boulder (1988)

Research Focus: Dr. McCandliss's interests span far/ extreme ultraviolet radiation interactions, interstellar medium physics, and astronomical instrumentation development. He has contributed to NASA missions like FUSE, HST, and Spitzer, focusing on multi-wavelength observations across galactic and extragalactic environments.

Advising/Grants:

• Principal Investigator on 16 sounding rocket missions
• Co-investigator for major space telescope programs
• Developed high-efficiency spectrographs and calibration sources

Labs/Teams: Directs the CAS and leads the Sounding Rocket group, fostering interdisciplinary astrophysics research at JHU.