Institute for Physical Sciences and Technology

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George Gloeckler
 
Distinguished University Professor
Institute for Physical Science and Technology
Department of Physics
 
 
Research Interests: Professor Gloeckler has contributed to the field of space plasma physics through pioneering discoveries and the invention of instruments carried on satellites and deep space probes, including the two Voyagers, Ulysses and Cassini. His research combines measurements of the properties of matter in the universe with careful interpretations that address a complex range of questions relating to solar activity, planetary systems, and formation and evolution of objects in the universe.

Office: CSS 3201
Phone: 301-405-6206
Eddress: gg10 at umail.umd.edu
Homepage: http://www.ipst.umd.edu//Faculty/gloeckler.htm

 


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