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Rhett Herman, Ph.D.

Professor of Physics, Physics at Radford University
From Radford, VA
My PhD was in semiclassical gravity, which is the uneasy union of Einstein's General Theory of Relativity and Quantum Mechanics. I studied the (theoretical) interior and near-horizon exterior structure of charged black holes. But now my research has evolved into student-driven geophysics. Some of that work uses very high-level professional equipment. But the majority of my research work involves student-conceived and -built microcontroller-based geophysical sensors that we deploy on/near the arctic sea ice in Utqiagvik, Alaska, every other year. This is a true collaboration between me and my students, and some amazing research projects have happened in this program.
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Professor of Physics at Radford University

I am Teaching and Research (T&R) faculty in the Physics Department.

August 1996 - Present
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April, 04 2024 - Verified by Radford University
MEDIA ADVISORY: Radford University to host spectacular eclipse event

Radford University is gearing up to become the ultimate celestial hub as it prepares to host an extraordinary eclipse event on Monday, April 8. Touted as "eclipse central" in the New River Valley, the event promises an exhilarating experience for astro...

April, 03 2024 - Verified by Radford University
Radford University to host spectacular eclipse event

...dynamic and ever-changing 3-dimensional solar system,” said Rhett Herman, Ph.D., professor of physics and director of the Radford University...

April, 02 2024 - Verified by Radford University
Radford University to host eclipse event – News Journal

...mic and ever-changing three-dimensional solar system,” said Rhett Herman, Ph.D., professor of physics and director of the Radford University...

April, 01 2024 - Verified by Radford University
Radford University Expedition to Alaska for Arctic Sea Ice Research

Over a two-week period in late February and early March, a small group of Radford University student and faculty researchers will brave bone-rattling temperatures in Utqiagvik, Alaska, to carry out a research legacy into the Arctic sea ice that began t...

February, 21 2024 - Verified by Radford University
Highlander Highlights: Week of August 21, 2023

...e signs of ice. Why is this important? Professor of Physics Rhett Herman, Ph.D., who teaches astronomy and operates the Radford Planetarium,...

August, 25 2023 - Verified by Radford University
Highlander Highlights: Week of August 21, 2023 | Radford University

...e signs of ice. Why is this important? Professor of Physics Rhett Herman, Ph.D., who teaches astronomy and operates the Radford Planetarium,...

August, 25 2023 - Verified by Radford University
Highlanders in the News: Week of July 17, 2023

...Space Telescope. Physics professor and planetarium director Rhett Herman, Ph.D. (bottom right) offered commentary on the images, as well as ...

July, 21 2023 - Verified by Radford University
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July, 12 2023 - Verified by Radford University
The Sun

...Teresa). “Listen to silence. It has so much to say” (Rumi). Rhett Herman, Ph.D., physics professor at Radford University in Virginia (Scient...

May, 17 2023 - Verified by Radford University
Radford group mingles with fellow scientists at AGU meeting

...rare company,” said Radford University Professor of Physics Rhett Herman, Ph.D., who accompanied the group to Chicago. It was an excellent t...

March, 10 2023 - Verified by Radford University
Radford group mingles with fellow scientists at AGU meeting

...rare company,” said Radford University Professor of Physics Rhett Herman, Ph.D., who accompanied the group to Chicago. It was an excellent t...

February, 24 2023 - Verified by Radford University
Middle schoolers discover Radford magic on Science Day

...he next generation of scientists. That has been the goal of Rhett Herman, Ph.D., for the past 20 years of organizing and hosting free Scienc...

January, 23 2023 - Verified by Radford University
Seasons of Light Planetarium Show

December, 05 2022 - Verified by Radford University
MEDIA ADVISORY: Radford University Planetarium to host Artemis I viewing

The Radford University Planetarium is hosting a live-stream watch of NASA's Artemis I launch on Saturday, Sept. 3, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Visitors will be able to see the launch overhead with a 360-degree view on the Planetarium's dome. The Artemis I r...

September, 02 2022 - Verified by Radford University
Advice from the experts for Radford’s newest freshman class

...ful lives after getting their bachelor’s degree.” –         Rhett Herman, Ph.D., professor of physics “Try something that pushes you, even j...

September, 02 2022 - Verified by Radford University
Advice from the experts for Radford’s newest freshman class

...ful lives after getting their bachelor’s degree.” –         Rhett Herman, Ph.D., professor of physics “Try something that pushes you, even j...

September, 02 2022 - Verified by Radford University Faculty
Young women focus on science at Summer Bridge camp

...ons one-by-one onto a launch pad. Radford Physics Professor Rhett Herman, Ph.D., assisted with the pre-launch prep, but the young women took...

August, 09 2022 - Verified by Radford University
Young women focus on science at Summer Bridge camp

...ons one-by-one onto a launch pad. Radford Physics Professor Rhett Herman, Ph.D., assisted with the pre-launch prep, but the young women took...

August, 09 2022 - Verified by Radford University Faculty
Highlanders in the News: Week of May 30

...ter place, we’ll feature their stories. This photograph, by Rhett Herman, Ph.D., was used as the cover image for the most recent issue of th...

June, 03 2022 - Verified by Radford University Faculty
Highlanders in the News: Week of May 30

...ter place, we’ll feature their stories. This photograph, by Rhett Herman, Ph.D., was used as the cover image for the most recent issue of th...

June, 03 2022 - Verified by Radford University
Planetarium events celebrate Webb telescope, spotlight STEAM

... said Radford Professor of Physics and Planetarium Director Rhett Herman, Ph.D. “We are partnering with many departments and groups in the A...

June, 03 2022 - Verified by Radford University
Class of 2022: Geology enthusiast takes on a lofty ambition

Jasmine Rollins is definitely someone you'd want tagging along on a walk. "I go on hikes all the time, and I tell people who are with me what they are seeing all around us, the topography, fossils and all the different rocks," said Rollins, a Radford ...

May, 25 2022 - Verified by Radford University Faculty
Rhett Herman, Ph.D. was recognized for earning an academic award
Donald N. Dedmon Distinguished Teaching Professor Award, May 2007
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Rhett Herman, Ph.D. was recognized for earning an academic award
Dr. Preston Durrill Academic Advising Award, Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society. (2003)
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Rhett Herman, Ph.D. was recognized for earning an academic award
College of Arts and Sciences Distinguished Teaching Award, College of Arts and Sciences, Radford University. (May 2000)
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