Paul Withers
Professor of Astronomy; Chair of Astronomy
- Title Professor of Astronomy; Chair of Astronomy
- Office CAS 604
- Email withers@bu.edu
- Phone (617) 353-1531
- Education 2003 Ph.D. University of Arizona (Planetary Science)
2001 M.A. Cambridge University
1998 M.S. Queens’ College, Cambridge University (Physics)
1998 B.A. Queens’ College, Cambridge University (Physics)
Research Interests: Planetary atmospheres and ionospheres; radio science instruments; accelerometer instruments
Website: http://sirius.bu.edu/withers/
My main area of research is the upper atmosphere and ionosphere of planets. I analyze data and develop theoretical models to discover how solar flux, a neutral atmosphere, magnetic fields, and an ionosphere interact under the unique conditions of each planet. I am also actively involved in suppporting the operations of accelerometer and radio science instruments. I have a range of potential projects available in these areas for interested undergraduate and graduate students.