Meet the REUs
 

Jordan Planillo

Home Institution: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Research Project: X-ray Optics, Nonlinear Spectral Signatures, and Economics
UW Mentor(s): Gerald Seidler

Q: What are your physics/science interests?
A: In general, any kind of science with the potential applications for useful technologies interest me. My specific interest is in optics.

Q: What are your other interests?
A: When not working, I am interested in pretty much anything that moves(fast). This includes cars, airplanes, FPS videogames, etc. I also have an interest in photography. It is especially interesting to photograph the interests listed above.

Q: What would you like to do after college?
A: In terms of work, I look forward to having a job in the science/technology sector. Outside of work, I would like to pursue hobbies such as flying and photography.

Q: Tell us one strange but interesting fact about yourself.
A: I occasionally (1-2/year) experience a déjà vu starting ~10 years ago.