PHYSICS DEPARTMENT

MEET THE DEPARTMENT

Michael J. DeMarco

Chair and Professor
(716) 878-6726
Campus Address: Science Building 262
demarcmj@buffalostate.edu

Education:
Ph.D. University of Cincinnati, 1981; Mossbauer Effect, Superconductors (resume)
Professional Interests:
Dr. DeMarco studies solids using the Mossbauer effect. In his lab, Dr. DeMarco measures the magnetic and electronic properties of insulators, metals, and superconductors. Dr. DeMarco's research routinely involves undergraduates and is well funded (see awards below).
Selected Publications, Grants, Awards, etc.
  • President's Award for Research (2009): Awarded by the president of Buffalo State College for exceptional performance in research.
  • Millionaire's Club: Awarded to Buffalo State researchers who have received more than $1M in grants.
  • $390k (for 2009-2012) from US Department of Energy (with Dermot Coffey)
  • $360k (for 2006-2009) from US Department of Energy (with Dermot Coffey)
Other Interests
Mike can be found shooting hoops on local courts. In Brooklyn, his hometown, it is said that he gave up a career in basketball to play physics.