Faculty Members

Professors
The Optical Sciences faculty includes Nobel laureates, professional society presidents, members of boards of directors, heads of industry, successful entrepreneurs and award recipients from local, national, and international governments.

Many faculty members hold joint appointments with other University of Arizona departments including engineering, mathematics, materials sciences, astronomy, physics, medicine, chemistry and Steward Observatory. These collaborative relationships lead to strengthened academic programs, innovative interdisciplinary classes and joint proposals, contracts and research initiatives.

Recognition

  • Nobel Laureates
    Three Optical Sciences faculty members have the rare distinction of being Nobel laureates in Physics.
  • Honors and Awards
    View a list of awards and prizes that faculty members have received for their outstanding scientific achievements. 

Commitment

  • Teaching
    Information about 90 classes taught by Optical Sciences faculty members.  Optical Sciences' 75 faculty members, from the newest PhD to the most experienced full professors, are committed to excellence in teaching and possess superior teaching skills. 
  • Research Programs
    Information about world-class research programs developed and conducted by faculty members.  Optical Sciences faculty members are recognized worldwide for their strong leadership abilities and outstanding research records in both industry and academia.
  • Publications Database
    Search for publications in scholarly journals and scientific books written or edited by faculty members. 
  • Books
    A list of scholarly books written by Optical Sciences faculty members.
  • Patents
    A list of United States patents held by Optical Sciences faculty members.