• B.Sc. in Physics and Mathematics, Keele University (England) (1979)
• Ph.D. in Nuclear Physics, Sussex University (England) (1983)
• Postdoctoral Research Associate, Vanderbilt University (1983 - 1985)
• Staff Scientist, Institut Laue-Langevin (France) (1985 - 1990)
• TTU Physics faculty member since 1991

I am a Professor in, and Chair of, the Tennessee Tech Department of Physics. I have a background in nuclear physics, but have developed a passion for teaching and now do research in how to better help students learn physics. A lot of this work takes the form of developing new, activity-based, curricula for introductory physics courses. My latest hobby is astrophotography, but I also like to watch soccer on TV (especially Brighton and Hove Albion) and also do some DIY around my house and yard.