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Alan DeWeerd Ph.D.

Professor
Physics

Education

  • Ph.D., Physics, University of Wisconsin
  • M.S., Physics, University of Wisconsin
  • B.S., Physics, University of California, Irvine

Professional Background

Description of Research

My current research is in quantum optics experiments involving single photons and entangled pairs of photons.  I have worked with students on a wide variety of projects, including light scattering from microscopic particles, optical tweezers, and negative refraction.  I have also published frequently in physics education journals.

Previous Teaching Experience

  • 1996-1998: Assistant Professor, Department of Physics, Creighton University, Omaha, NE.

Affiliations

  • American Association of Physics Teachers

  • American Physical Society

  • Council on Undergraduate Research

Areas of Expertise

  • Physics Education
  • Quantum Optics

Publications

"Proof Without Words: The Geometric Series of 1/7 using a Regular Hexagon," with Isaac H. DeWeerd, submitted for publication.

 

"Proof Without Words: Three Geometric Series using a Regular Hexagon," with Isaac H. DeWeerd, submitted for publication.

 

"The Geometric Series of 1/5 Using a Square," with Isaac H. DeWeerd, submitted for publication.

 

"Visual Proofs of An Identity for the Golden Ratio," with Isaac H. DeWeerd, submitted for publication.

 

"Proof Without Words: The Geometric Series of 1/4 and 1/2 through Tessellations of a Regular Hexagon," with Isaac H. DeWeerd, submitted for publication.

 

"Proof Without Words: The Geometric Series of 1/4," with Isaac H. DeWeerd, submitted for publication.

 

Awards and service

  • 2002: Faculty Research Grant and Hewlett Faculty Development Grant (for construction of an optical tweezers)

  • 1991-1994: Department of Education Graduate Assistantship in Areas of National Need

  • 1990-1991: Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation Graduate Fellowship

  • 1990: Outstanding Senior in Physics

  • 1989: Sigma Pi Sigma Physics Honor Society

  • 1988: Phi Beta Kappa