Compton Scattering Cross Sections in Strong Magnetic Fields: Advances for Neutron Star Applications Research Advisor: Dr. Peter Gonthier Various telescopes including RXTE, INTEGRAL, Suzaku, and Fermi have detected steady non-thermal X-ray emission in the 10 – 200 keV band from strongly magnetic neutron stars known as magnetars. Magnetic inverse Compton scattering is believed to be …
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Michigan Space Grant Consortium Supports Hope Physics Project
Congratulations to Physics major, Jesse Ickes! He’s been awarded a Michigan Space Grant Consortium research fellowship to work with Professor Peter Gonthier on “Compton scattering cross sections in strong magnetic fields”! Jesse Ickes of Grandville, who will work on “Compton scattering cross sections in strong magnetic fields – See more at: http://www.hope.edu/2014/02/20/michigan-space-grant-consortium-supports-several-hope-projects#sthash.X2AoBI7H.dpuf Jesse Ickes of …
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First regional conference for a Freshmen Physicists
Freshmen Zach Diener and Ben Peecher presented their research findings at the West Michigan Regional Undergraduate Science Research Conference at Van Andel Institute. Read more about the conference… Zach and Ben were joined at the conference by Margaret Dickinson and Tyler VanDyck.
Five Students Chosen to Present Physics Research at National Meeting
A total of five students who participated in research at Hope College during the summer of 2012 had their work selected to present at the recent American Physical Society (APS) March Meeting. – See more…
Surface Lab Renovations
This week, the Hampton Lab moved into their new space. The renovated space includes all new cabinetry, abundant work spaces, and a new fume hood. Kyla Koboski and Evan Nelsen work at the new peninsula. Jenny Hampton demonstrates the use of the new fume hood. Kyla analyzes previous data at one of the computer work …