Greg Kestin, OSU Physics alum (2008) went on to Harvard and received his Ph.D. in 2015.  He is currently hosting a new NOVA series on PBS entitled "What the Physics?!" 

During his time as an undergraduate student, Greg did research in several areas of physics under the supervision of Professors Heinz, Trivedi, Perry, and Furnstahl.  He also participated in two summer research programs: one at Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (2006) and another at Cal Tech (2007).  

Greg Kestin holds a faculty position at Harvard University, where he conducts theoretical physics research, teaches, and produces educational online content. He earned his physics Ph.D. from Harvard, as a member of The Center for the Fundamental Laws of Nature, focusing on theoretical particle physics and quantum field theory. Over his career, he has also conducted research in nuclear physics, fusion energy, and gravitational wave physics. For over a decade he has been involved with innovative educational outreach endeavors, bringing science to both students and members of the public through his writings, videos, lectures, and multimedia.

In 2015 he also won an award from AIP in the Broadcast/New Media category for his “2.5 Ways to Die in a Black Hole” video.

Follow this link to learn more:  http://go.osu.edu/What

Congratulations Greg!!