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"I want to be a scientist...", January 27, 2014.
"I want to be a scientist...", January 27, 2014.
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About this Site
MagentaPhysics is about connecting people with physics. Some sections delve into particular relationships, like Art and Science. Other pages focus on the culture of physics, and science. And, of course, there are pages with new and found content to explain physics to those that want to know more. As much as possible, this site aims to showcase equally the contributions women and men have made to physics.
If the site has given you a chance to think about physics for a moment and be intrigued by it, then it has done its job!
About the Author
I enjoy explaining physics to people!
I particularly enjoy teaching and discussing topics with people who are curious but do not have a strong physics or math background. My Ph.D. is from The Johns Hopkins University, where I researched the atomic and molecular origins of friction. Later I studied the physics of sub-nuclear particles, like quarks, and my current research contributes to the search for new particles and new physics. Along the way, I have worked with people from Fermilab, Washington University, and University of Illinois. For more than a decade, I have been teaching physics to fine art students at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. In addition to designing courses geared towards the needs and experience of these students, I have led special classes on specific topics for upper-level courses. Advocating for diversity and women in physics has always been a part of my professional life. I have spoken at workshops such as the Women in Astronomy 2009 and Forward to Professorship and was a member of the U.S. Delegation to the 4th International Conference on Women in Physics.
People I have worked with in the past describe me as able "to relate the complex and abstract concepts of physics to the tangible world around us... able to take physics out of the lab to share with other areas of interest beyond the usual boundaries of scientific enquiry". I have been described as someone who "loves to consider different perspectives" and who has "an open and curious mind".
I enjoy working with non-science individuals or groups who are looking for an general introduction to physics or a better understanding of a specific topic. I can help you find the ideas and facts relevant to your questions or project.
About this Site
MagentaPhysics is about connecting people with physics. Some sections delve into particular relationships, like Art and Science. Other pages focus on the culture of physics, and science. And, of course, there are pages with new and found content to explain physics to those that want to know more. As much as possible, this site aims to showcase equally the contributions women and men have made to physics.
If the site has given you a chance to think about physics for a moment and be intrigued by it, then it has done its job!
About the Author
I enjoy explaining physics to people!
I particularly enjoy teaching and discussing topics with people who are curious but do not have a strong physics or math background. My Ph.D. is from The Johns Hopkins University, where I researched the atomic and molecular origins of friction. Later I studied the physics of sub-nuclear particles, like quarks, and my current research contributes to the search for new particles and new physics. Along the way, I have worked with people from Fermilab, Washington University, and University of Illinois. For more than a decade, I have been teaching physics to fine art students at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. In addition to designing courses geared towards the needs and experience of these students, I have led special classes on specific topics for upper-level courses. Advocating for diversity and women in physics has always been a part of my professional life. I have spoken at workshops such as the Women in Astronomy 2009 and Forward to Professorship and was a member of the U.S. Delegation to the 4th International Conference on Women in Physics.
People I have worked with in the past describe me as able "to relate the complex and abstract concepts of physics to the tangible world around us... able to take physics out of the lab to share with other areas of interest beyond the usual boundaries of scientific enquiry". I have been described as someone who "loves to consider different perspectives" and who has "an open and curious mind".
I enjoy working with non-science individuals or groups who are looking for an general introduction to physics or a better understanding of a specific topic. I can help you find the ideas and facts relevant to your questions or project.