A film of liquid crystal suspended in air
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Physics helps me understand the world, motivates me to build experimental devices, visualize structure and dynamics of complicated systems, and use creativity to come up with new ideas and solve new problems. Many of my research projects focus on using microscopes and image analysis of soft materials like liquid crystals, biomembranes, surfactants, and algae.
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When teaching classes at Cal Poly, I relate ideas in physics to surfing, music, weather, biology and more. I work with a large group of student researchers on projects in soft matter physics in multiple lab locations on Cal Poly's campus. I focus not just on mentoring students on a research project or a class, but also on their future careers, education and life.
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Art and music are incredibly important outlets for my expression. In college my art concentration led to my interest in making watercolors of surfing and outdoor-inspired themes. A guitarist since middle school, I have played music in multiple genres and bands, currently playing with reggae-rock band Oso Sol and rock-fusion band Immersion Summer. I have been involved in music production for several decades and have produced multiple albums published on streaming services. My latest project is a multimedia presentation shown in movie theaters where audience members become part of the show by submitting video clips that are synced to the live music of Immersion Summer!
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Being in the outdoors provides creative inspiration, keeps me revived and grounded, and provides an escape from our sometimes hectic and rapidly changing world. I try to get into nature as much as I can and pursue many activities there, including surfing, backcountry and resort snowboarding, backpacking and winter camping, whitewater kayaking, and climbing. I feel very lucky to live on the beautiful Central Coast near Big Sur and not too far from adventures in the Sierra.
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Location
Baker Center for Science and Mathematics (Bldg. 180) 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407 Office: Bldg 180 Rm. 522; Labs: Bldg. 180 Rm. 530; William and Linda Frost Center for Research and Innovation (Bldg. 181) Rm. 250 |