Rod Heelis
Cecil and Ida Green Honors Professor of Physics
Director, William B. Hanson Center for Space Sciences
 With interests that range from planet-star interaction to finding the differences between planets with magnetic fields, Cecil and Ida Green Honors Professor of Physics Rod Heelis measures weather in space using sophisticated instruments that fly on satellite "space labs." He creates computer models that predict phenomena affecting space-based assets.
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Mustapha Ishak-Boushaki
Assistant Professor
 Conducting research "at the intersection of modern cosmology and general relativity," newly hired physics Assistant Professor Mustapha Ishak-Boushaki investigates whether the acceleration of the expansion of the universe is caused by "dark energy" or by modifications to gravity.
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Diandra Leslie-Pelecky
Professor
 An expert on condensed matter physics and nanotechnology, Dr. Diandra Leslie-Pelecky is literally driven to make the study of science relevant and fun. She wrote the book The Physics of NASCAR, which explains the science behind the popular sport.
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