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Paul A. Bernhardt
Space Physics & Aeronomy

Conducting active experiments in space with supporting theory, modeling and data analysis
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Mark Conde
Space Physics & Aeronomy

Uses sounding rockets and ground-based optical instruments to study space weather
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Peter Damiano
Space Physics & Aeronomy

Uses simulations to study particle acceleration and Alfven wave dynamics in space plasmas
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Peter Delamere
Space Physics & Aeronomy

Studies magnetospheric physics with emphasis on the numerical simulation of space plasmas
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Vishnu Rajendra Kumar
Space Physics & Aeronomy

Studies design and development of ground-based lidar systems for atmospheric research
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David Newman
Space Physics & Aeronomy

Researches complex systems from turbulence in fusion plasmas to power transmission grids
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Chung-Sang Ng
Space Physics & Aeronomy

Analyzes space and fusion plasmas through theory and computational plasma physics
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Doğacan Ozturk
Space Physics & Aeronomy

Studies the coupled magnetosphere-ionosphere-thermosphere systems using numerical models and data analysis
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Amani Reddy
Space Physics & Aeronomy

Studies space weather using space-borne radio sounding, whistlers, and numerical simulations of magnetosphere-ionosphere-thermosphere
Mike Shumko
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Mykhaylo Shumko
Space Physics & Aeronomy

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Denise Thorsen
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Oversees the Alaska Space Grant Program at UAF
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Craig Heinselman
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Rajan Itani
Space Physics & Aeronomy

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Jake Montgomery
Space Physics & Aeronomy

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Magdalina Moses
Space Physics & Aeronomy

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Since it was established by an Act of Congress in 1946, scientists at the Geophysical Institute have studied geophysical processes from the center of the Earth to the surface of the sun and beyond, turning data and observations into information useful for state, Arctic and national priorities.

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