BorderlineRebel

BorderlineRebel
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Name	BorderlineRebel
Born	Chicago, Illinois
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Joined	February 28, 2022
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I am a physicist and chemical engineer based in Baltimore, MD, working at Johns Hopkins University. My research is focused on cutting-edge atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) physics, particularly on laser cooling and trapping of molecules.

My work includes development of the first magneto-optical trap (MOT) for molecules, Invention of the radiofrequency (RF) MOT, a new method that improved trapping forces and allowed lower temperatures than traditional MOTs, and recent demonstration of 3D sub-Doppler cooling of strontium monofluoride (SrF) molecules to ~50 µK.

Beyond the lab, I enjoy curating and contributing to pages related to chemistry, universities, and nerd culture. I'm also the proud owner of a corgi (Nancy) and a great dane (Freddie), and love long walks, short walks, and a nice malt beverage.