The PSL physics group has experience in a wide variety of physics-related fields. This expertise includes:

• lasers, optical and infrared system design
• microwave and millimeter wave systems
• precision measurements and calibration of angles and distances using laser interferometric techniques
• high voltage and high power design
• high speed analog electronics
• X-ray production, measurement and shielding
• magnetic simulation
• alignment of optical and other instruments
• plasma diagnostics

Lead Physicist
Don Holly — (608)877-2207

Project Examples

	Madison Symmetric Torus (MST) The Madison Symmetric Torus (MST) is a research device used to study the interactions between magnetic fields and plasmas. The goals are to help develop a fusion energy source and to understand astrophysical magnetic field and plasmas.

	Tomotherapy The intrepid idea was to be more accurate and more effective with radiation treatment by combining intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) with computed tomography (CT); thus, pinpoint accuracy and realtime delivery of radiation. It would revolutionize the way cancer is treated.