Tom Heitmann

Tom Heitmann is a Research Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Missouri, affiliated with the MU Research Reactor (MURR). He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Wisconsin (2005), an M.A. in Physics from the same institution (2002), and a B.S. in Physics from Valparaiso University (2000).

His research focuses on neutron scattering techniques to investigate novel magnetic states, ionic conduction in solids, and low-temperature physics. He utilizes MURR's neutron instruments—including a triple-axis spectrometer, diffractometers, and a neutron reflectometer—and collaborates with national facilities for advanced methods like quasielastic neutron spectroscopy. Key interests include quantum spin liquids, multiferroics, magnetocalorics, and materials with competing ground states.

His articles span topics such as topological magnon bands, magnetic anisotropy in high-entropy oxides, and Li-ion dynamics in amorphous solids. He has contributed to understanding structural and magnetic properties of materials like MnBi2Te4 and SrMnSb2. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the texts provided.

Heitmann's work involves collaborations across disciplines, including materials science and condensed matter physics. His research infrastructure includes MURR facilities and national user facilities, emphasizing neutron-based experimental techniques. No grants or advising roles are detailed in the provided information.