Dr. Michael Wayne Guidry

Dr. Michael Wayne Guidry for his innovative research in developing new algorithms for solving large coupled sets of differential equations, in understanding the mechanism for Type 1a supernovae and in developing new many-body techniques for understanding high-temperature superconductors. Currently a Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Tennessee and an Adjunct Staff Member at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Michael is the author of over 200 journal publications and 6 textbooks covering the fields of nuclear physics, computational science, astronomy, astrophysics and general relativity. He has been the lead educational technology developer for a dozen major college textbooks in introductory physics, astronomy, biology and genetics. During a teaching and research career spanning over 38 years in the U. S., Denmark, England and Switzerland, Michael has earned international recognition and acclaim for his work in the classroom and the laboratory. Among these are the 1999 University of Tennessee Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Educational Technology and the 2006 University of Tennessee Teacher of the Year Award.