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Faculty
Dr. Michael Duffy
Pre-Medical Program Advisor
276.944.6204
Miller 115
Degrees: Ph.D., B.S., Pennsylvania State University
Dr. Duffy has taught physics and computer science for nearly two decades, both here at Emory & Henry and at Vassar College. His thesis research was in theoretical solid state physics (how the vibrations of crystal lattices depend on temperature). His current research is in astrophysics (the size and structure of the universe). His primary interest is in finding ways to help students come to grips with the act of learning so they too can see the wonder and beauty of the universe.
Dr. Ambrose Leong
Hurst Professor of Chemistry, Organic Chemistry
276.944.6185
Personal page
Degrees: Ph.D., M.Phil., Columbia University; B.A., Drake University
Dr. Leong's professional interests include organic synthetic methods, molecular modeling and industry consulting. He is a member of the American Chemical Society, Phi Beta Kappa, and the Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society.
Dr. Melissa Taverner
Biology Department Chair
276.944.6775
Personal page
Degrees: Ph.D., University of Virginia; M.S., University of Reading in England; B.A., Randolph-Macon Woman's College
Dr. Taverner focuses her research on the gypsy moth, a major insect pest of deciduos forests in the eastern United States, and the pawpaw tree, a common understory tree found in the southeastern United States. Her other interests include microbiology, population biology, and environmental studies. In 1996 and 2002, she was honored with the college's Excellence in Teaching Award.
Gregory McConnell
276.944.6767
Personal page
Degrees: M.S., B.A., East Tennessee State University
A native of Southwest Virginia, Professor McConnell's interests include herpetology (salamanders and snakes) and tropical biology. Each spring, McConnell offers a field biology course to Costa Rica.
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