astrophysics research

University of oregon

Lead researcher and founder of FisherGroup astrophysics research team, within the Department of Physics at the University of Oregon. Published multiple projects, in collaboration with several prominent research facilities.

Searching for the Nearest Extragalactic Binary Black Hole

Optical spectroscopic data reduction and analysis of a potential binary black hole system, NGC 4736, in collaboration with staff of the Gemini Observatory. Published in Harvard ADS (2015) and presented at the American Astronomical Society (2015).

Developing the Oregon Observatory Remote Control Center

Commissioning and program development for a remote facility via Pine Mountain Observatory in Bend (OR), for data acquisition and analysis. Published in Harvard ADS (2015) and presented at the American Astronomical Society (2015).

Life In Low-Density Environments - Field Galaxies From z=1.2 to the Present

Data analysis and visualization of cluster and field galaxies, to identify and analyze trends in stellar populations and galactic evolution. Published in Harvard ADS (2016) and presented at the International Astronomical Union (2015).

A Proposed Mid-Infrared Study of Exoplanet 55 Cancri e 

Data analysis and visualization of exoplanet 55 Cancri e, in attempt to determine it's planetary surface composition and potential surface evaporation rate. Presented at the Oregon NASA Space Grant Consortium (2014).