Superclusters: An entry from Thomson Gale's <i>Gale Encyclopedia of Science, 3rd ed.</i>

by Paul A. Heckert

2 pages, ebook

Published January 1, 2004

About the author

I earned a PhD in physics with a specialization in astronomy from the University of New Mexico in 1983. I am now a professor of physics and astronomy at Western Carolina University and have been teaching college level physics and astronomy for over 30 years. As an active research astronomer, I have published over 60 research articles in refereed astronomy journals. This combination of teaching and research experience provides the expertise and skill to clearly and accurately explain difficult scientific concepts.
I am married and have three grown children. When not working or stargazing, I am a very avid runner who regularly runs marathon and ultramarathon races. I also enjoy participating in service or building projects in Latin American countries including: Haiti, Guatemala, Panama, and Ecuador.