Engage in Research

At Pacific, we pride ourselves on having dedicated teachers who are also active and engaged scientists. Here are a few examples of research projects some of our students and faculty work on together. You can also explore research in specific fields through the department web pages.

Follow chaotic patterns in dynamic systems with Dr. Richard Wiener

Physics Department

Study the spectroscopy and microscopy of liquid/solid interfaces with Dr. Kevin Johnson

Chemistry Department

Research the synthesis of biomimetic polymers with Dr. Joel Gohdes

Chemistry Department

Explore the genetics of behavior with Dr. Jon Schnorr

Biology Department

Investigate the ecology of invasive plants with Dr. Stacey Halpern

Biology Department

Observe crystal growth in supercooled melts with Dr. Stephen Hall

Physics Department