Stephen C. McClain

Associate Research Professor of Optical Sciences

Contact Information

  • Telephone:
    520-626-7904

  • Email:
    smcclain@optics.arizona.edu

  • Mailing Address:
    Dr. Stephen McClain
    University of Arizona
    Optical Sciences
    Meinel Building
    1630 East University Boulevard
    Tucson, Arizona  85721  USA

photo:  Stephen McClain

Education

  • PhD, Cornell University, 1992

  • MS, Cornell University, 1989

  • BS, Princeton University, 1985

Employment

  • The University of Arizona:  College of Optical Sciences; Associate Research Professor, 2007-date.

  • Raytheon SBRS: Principal Physics Engineer, 2005-2007.

  • Philips Consumer Electronics, Projection Displays:  Optical Architect, 2000-2005.

  • Compaq Computer Corporation:  Optical Scientist, 1998-1999.

Research

  • Polarization modeling, design, and analysis

  • Optical system design and lens design with CODE V, Zemax, ASAP

  • Polarization measurement:  Design, construction, and calibration of polarimeters

  • Optical system development for monitors, TV’s, and projectors

  • Polarization critical fiber optic devices

  • Colorimetry in display applications