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Physics Department, Science Center, Wellesley College, 106 Central Street, Wellesley, MA 02481
Yue Hu, Department Chair
Office: W213 Science Center
Phone: 781-283-3325
Email: yhu@wellesley.edu
Carol Gagosian, Administrative Assistant
Office: 104 Whitin Observatory
Phone: 781-283-2726
Email: cgagosia@wellesley.edu

 

Physics Faculty

 

  • Assistant Professor of Physics

    B.S. Physics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, B.S. Music: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Ph. D. Physics: University of Pennsylvania

    My research focuses on the topological and geometric aspects of electronic dynamics in quantum condensed matter theory.

    More about Zachariah Addison

  • Associate Professor of Physics

    Sc.B., Brown University; A.M., Ph.D., Harvard University

    Experimental particle astrophysics including neutrino and dark matter detection; precision tests of gravity with lunar laser ranging (lab website).

    More about James Battat

  • Knafel Assistant Professor of Natural Sciences; Assistant Professor of Physics

    B.S., Olin College of Engineering; M.S., Ph. D., Stanford University

    Materials scientist developing next-generation solar cells by studying the fundamental properties of novel solution-processed semiconductors. 

    More about Rebecca Belisle

  • Distinguished Senior Lecturer in Physics

    B.A., Wellesley College; M.S., Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    I am a researcher, entrepreneur and teacher with a passion for invention and recognizing and increasing underrepresented voices in science.

    More about Katherine L. Hall

  • Professor of Physics

    B.S., Beijing University; M.S., Ph.D., Cornell University

    Experimental and theoretical work in complex fluids, mentoring students, using advanced computational tools in undergraduate physics curriculum.

    More about Yue Hu

  • Assistant Professor of Physics

    B.S., Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley

    Experimental physicist, engineer by training; developing novel microwave devices for dark matter searches and particle accelerators.

    More about Samantha Lewis

  • Lecturer in Physics

    B.S., Texas Tech University; M.S., Ph.D., Tufts University

    I like physics. I like math. I like teaching, and I am interested in methods that optimize the learning of physics.  

    More about Tracy McAskill

  • Visiting Lecturer in Physics

    B.S., Brandeis University; M.S., Ph.D., University of Chicago

    I am interested in the interplay between geometry and external stress in soft materials, and techniques in engaging physics students

    More about Aaron Mowitz

  • Visiting Lecturer in Physics

    B.S., Fordham University; Ph.D., University of Illinois (Urbana-Champaign)

    Experimental particle physics, physics education, education access

    More about Cristina Schlesier

  • Professor of Physics

    B.S., Massachusetts Institute of Technology; M.A., Ph.D., University of California (Berkeley)

    Molecular spectroscopist, focused on systems in atmospheric and astrophysical research.

    More about Glenn Stark

  • Assistant Professor of Physics

    B.S., Brown University; Ph.D., University of Michigan

    Soft matter physicist fascinated by emergent behavior in complex systems. Interested in entropy, geometry, networks, self-assembly, and disorder.

    More about Erin Teich

  • Lecturer in Physics

    B.A., Middlebury College; M.S., Ph.D., Tufts University

    I am interested in high energy particle physics, cosmology, and best practices in physics education.

    More about Jeffrey Wetter

Physics Staff

 

Physics Faculty Emeriti

  • Senior Instructor Emeritus in Physics Laboratory

    B.A., Wabash College; M.A., University of Idaho

    Teaches introductory and advanced physics laboratories.

    More about Thomas J. Bauer

  • Professor Emeritus of Physics

    A.B., Princeton University; M.A., Ph.D., University of California (Berkeley)

    Laser based studies of new electronic materials.

    More about Robbie Berg

  • Professor Emerita of Physics

    B.A. Rice University; Ph.D. University of California at Berkeley; Postdoctoral Research at Centre d'Etudes Nucleaires de Saclay

    Retired from teaching in 2005 and from research several years later. Currently pursuing an interest in equine photography.

    More about Judy Brown

  • Professor Emeritus of Physics

    B.A., Yale University; Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    Projects include: video history of physics, developing touch opportunities for the visually impaired, motivated math education.

    More about Theodore W. Ducas

  • Associate Professor Emeritus of Physics

    B.S., Morehouse College; S.M., Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    Theorist interested in laser spectroscopy, effects of collisions on coherent processes in atoms, issues of race in science and medicine.

    More about William W. Quivers

  • Senior Instructor Emerita in Physics Laboratory

    B.S., Fort Lewis College; M.S., University of Kentucky

    Teacher of basic physics principles, with interests in intercultural relations; liaison for Watson Fellowship; returned Peace Corps volunteer.

    More about Lauri L. Wardell