Research Interests of Dr. Michael Goggin
My research interests span nonlinear dynamics, quantum chaos, quantum optics,
lasers, foundations of quantum mechanics and the classical-quantum transition.
Quantum Optics
I am currently devoting the majority of my time and energy supervising
a student project on laser cooling and trapping of atoms.
I am also interested in doing some calculations of the interaction of
light with simple atoms.
Nonlinear Dynamics
I am also interested in calculating distributions of "short-time Lyapunov
exponents." Yes, this is an oxymoron, but it is the most succinct way of
describing the short-time exponential divergence of trajectories. By adjusting
the time over which a "Lyapunov exponent" is calculated, we gain more detailed
information about the sensitivity of the system on different time scales.
Classical - Quantum Transition
I am trying to finish a project that involves a calculation of level curves
of the Wigner distribution function for the square barrier potential. This
should give some insight to semiclassical tunneling.
Interested?
If any of this sounds interesting, and you are a student at Truman State,
stop by my office sometime and we can discuss your interests.
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