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Katrina Webb is a highly educated and experienced physicist with a passion for teaching and research. She received her BS in Physics from Texas Tech University in 2022, followed by continuing in the physics PhD program at the same university in 2022. During her time at Texas Tech, she worked as a teaching assistant and student assistant, gaining valuable experience in the classroom and laboratory settings. She also conducted research in various areas, including quantum pedagogy and astronomy, and participated in the High Scholars Research Program at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Katrina's passion for physics and education led her to further her studies and research at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, where she worked as a Reu Student. She also gained experience as an astronomical observer at CTMO and continued her research at Texas Tech University. With a strong background in both theoretical and experimental physics, Katrina is a well-rounded and knowledgeable physicist. She is dedicated to sharing her knowledge and skills with others, and her experience in teaching and research has prepared her to effectively communicate complex concepts and ideas. Katrina is committed to making a positive impact on the field of physics and inspiring the next generation of scientists.

I hold a PhD in astrophysics, with expertise in mathematics, data analysis, Python programming, SQL database management. My experience includes presenting at conferences, publishing in international journals, and conducting outreach talks. I've taught at both high school and university levels. More details in the resume. My pursuit is driven by a great curiosity about fundamental aspects of the universe. I narrowed that curiosity to the Space and Artificial Intelligence areas. Currently, I am looking for job opportunities (remote or on-site) or postdoctoral opportunities abroad, to advance my research and contribute scientifically in space exploration and AI. I am open to explore diverse career paths, but in excellent working environments, collaborative, and with professionals who share my dedication.

Early career academic at University of Pennsylvania in Electrical and Systems Engineering department. I am a device and materials engineer with extensive experience in semiconductor fabrication, processing and characterization. My primary interests lie in exploring novel materials for applications in electronic and photonic devices as well as in energy harvesting applications. I am equally interested in studying fundamental physical and quantum phenomena in matter under confined environments and exploiting them for useful technology. Actively searching for funding opportunities, science communication and outreach opportunities as well as research collaborations.

**\- Teacher / Learner\, specialized in theoretical and computational studies** **\- Well rounded coding background** **\- Executive Director of [RAP](https://www.rapcorp.us/)(rapcorp.us)** **\- Iowa Army National Guard: representing and serving my community as part of an extraordinary group**

I am an astrophysics professor (Full Professor) who is now providing clients in industry with science-based solutions to help them achieve their goals. In addition to my strong physics background, analytical and mathematical skills, and my far-ranging knowledge of applied physics, I have a diverse skill set that includes coding and communication (written and verbal) skills. I am a well-rounded physicist who has technical knowledge in virtually all fields of physics. I have consulted with clients on projects ranging from incinerating toilets to futuristic space missions. <br> I have taught a wide range of physics and astronomy courses from the Freshman to the graduate level. I regularly teach courses on thermodynamics, vibrations and waves, optics, electricity & magnetism, modern physics, classical & analytical mechanics, statistical mechanics, and quantum mechanics, in addition to a selected topics course on general relativity, particle physics and cosmology. I have also taught general astronomy courses and an introduction to astrophysics course for physics majors. At the graduate level, I have taught radiative processes, galaxies and cosmology courses. I have experience operating small telescopes, with a suite of research-grade equipment such as spectrographs, filters, and CCD cameras. Over the years, I have supervised physics senior projects with topics ranging from my research interests to quantum computing. Most recent projects were designing a magnetohydrodynamic drive, econophysics, ultra-high energy cosmic rays, design of a vertical-axis wind turbine, the physics of skiing, Alcubierre warpdrive, the physics of a bouncing ball, and designing hands-on demonstrations for modules in high school physics. I have a video lesson as part of the MIT BLOSSOMS project to describe gravity assists to high school students. You can find the video and relevant material here: [https://blossoms.mit.edu/videos/lessons/gravity_assist_or_stealing_planets_angular_momentum_and_getting_away_it](https://blossoms.mit.edu/videos/lessons/gravity_assist_or_stealing_planets_angular_momentum_and_getting_away_it).  The lesson is intended to be a teaching duet with the classroom teacher. I wrote every single word in the documentation related to the video, as well as my script. My field of research is observational astrophysics (supermassive black holes and active galactic nuclei: using multi-wavelength spectroscopy, modeling, and machine learning to study accretion physics, feedback, and the co-evolution with the host galaxy). I have published research papers in the top journals in the field of astrophysics: the Astrophysical Journal, the Astronomical Journal, and Astronomy & Astrophysics. I have also refereed for the above-mentioned journals and for the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society. I have also served on NASA proposal review panels. Most recently, I have reviewed proposals for the NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP). I have a certificate from Teaching Science & Technology, Inc. (TSTI; [www.tsti.net](http://www.tsti.net/)) on “Applied Smallsat/Cubesat Engineering Development” in which I gained working knowledge in space mission analysis and design, end-to-end mission architecture, applied space systems engineering, and applied space program management. I have just finished supervising an M. S. project on the design of a cubesat mission to study the dark ages of the Universe from the far side of the Moon. We are in the process of preparing a manuscript for submission to a peer-reviewed journal.

numerical modeling, data analysis, scientific software development, scientific writing, simulations on high performance computers