Meet the REUs


Kyle Matsuda

Home Institution: Harvard University
Research Project: Improvements to the Mercury Electric Dipole Moment Experiment
UW Mentor(s): Blayne Heckel


Q: What are your physics/science interests?
I'm really interested in atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) physics. I also enjoy learning about math.

Q: What are your other interests?
Playing the piano, going to the beach, and hanging out with friends and family.

Q: What would you like to do after college?
I'd like to continue learning about physics by going to grad school.

Q: Tell us one strange but interesting fact about yourself.
I like to surf!

Q: What first sparked your interest in Physics?
My first few classes in college got me really excited about math and physics. Also, I've had a great experience participating in research at Harvard, which introduced me to atomic physics.

Q: If you could have any pet what would it be?
A dog.

Q: If you had a free month and unlimited funds, how would you spend your time?
I'd travel a bunch, and buy a really nice piano!

Q: If you could get a grant to study anything what would it be?
I'm always interested in learning more about atomic physics.