Assistant Professor of Physics
Neils Science Center 142
219.464.5375 (phone)
219.464.5489 (fax)
luke.leisman@valpo.edu
Education
Ph.D. in Astronomy — Cornell University (2017)
M.S. in Astronomy — Cornell University (2014)
B.S. in Physics — Calvin College (2011)
Biography
Luke Leisman joined Valparaiso University as an Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy in fall 2017. His research uses the hydrogen gas (HI) in nearby galaxies to better understand how galaxies form and change over time.
Interests
- Nearby and low surface brightness galaxies
- Radio Astronomy
- Galaxy Formation
Memberships
American Astronomical Society
Hobbies
Violin, kayaking, sports, reading, writing, board games
