Dr. David Marx
- About
- Education
- Awards & Honors
- Research
Current Courses
PHY 109.001 College Physics II
PHY 109.002 College Physics II
PHY 109.003 College Physics II
PHY 109.004 College Physics II
PHY 390.007 Computational Research In Physics
PHY 270.001 Experimental Physics
PHY 270.002 Experimental Physics
PHY 287.007 Independent Study
PHY 400.007 Independent Study
PHY 112.001 Physics For Science And Engineering III
PHY 112.002 Physics For Science And Engineering III
PHY 290.007 Research In Physics
PHY 109.001 College Physics II
PHY 109.002 College Physics II
PHY 109.003 College Physics II
PHY 109.004 College Physics II
PHY 400.007 Independent Study
PHY 290.021 Research In Physics
PHY 325.001 Thermal Physics
Teaching Interests & Areas
Dr. Marx is continually seeking to improve his teaching methods to reach both non-scientists and future physicists alike. He was written several teaching supplements that are used by instructors all over the United States for both algebra-based and calculus-based introductory physics courses. He believes that courses should be taught as interactively as possible; and thus, was an early adopter and promoter of the clicker technology at Illinois State University. He is the recipient of the University Teaching Initiative Award, CAS Dean's Award for Teaching (Honorable Mention), 2018 Impact Award, and the Student Teacher's Association Teaching Excellence Award.
Research Interests & Areas
Dr. Marx is an experimental solid state physicist. His research program generally includes the synthesis and characterization of bulk, thin film, and nanocrystalline materials. Characterization includes structural, electrical, and thermal properties. Dr. Marx is currently focused on thermal transport in composites, energy conversion devices including photovoltaics and thermoelectrics, particularly those incorporating novel nanoscale technologies.