PhD Candidate, Clemson University, Physics Fall 2019-Present
MS Clemson University, Physics Fall 2019
Thesis: Investigation of a Candidate for Cosmic Ray Acceleration
Advisor: M. Ajello
BS Radford University, Physics May 2016
Minored in Astronomy and Spanish
Research Experience
Graduate
Harvard & Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics Spring 2020—Present
High Energy Astrophysics
Advisor: Dr. Daniel Castro
Objective: Search for and characterize gamma-ray emitting pulsar wind nebulae (PWNe). Through this work, we will provide a comprehensive PWN catalog of all known PWNe and their properties using over 100 months of Fermi-LAT gamma-ray space telescope data.
Clemson University Spring 2017—Spring 2020
High Energy Astrophysics
Advisor: Dr. Marco Ajello
Objective: Identify and characterize 12 newly detected sources by the Fermi-LAT in the 2FHL catalog reported in 2016 (see Eagle et al., 2019, 2020).
Undergraduate
College of William & Mary and NASA Summer 2015
- Summer student intern at NASA through the NSF-funded REU program at College of William & Mary
- Research involved material characterization at the nondestructive evaluation branch.
- Presented research at the Council of Undergraduate Research’s REU Symposium in October 2015.
Radford University 2014—2015
Independent Study in Radio Astronomy
- Completed independent study from fall 2014 – spring 2015 involving the construction and use of a Radio Jove Kit
National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) Summer 2014
- Performed educational research in radio astronomy (ERIRA) at the NRAO in Green Bank, West Virginia.
Radford University 2014—2016
- During spring 2014 and 2016 semesters, participated as part of a Arctic research team for a Geophysics course.
- Research mission to find correlation between surface temperature of Arctic sea ice and the thickness of the ice. Conducted onsite in Barrow, Alaska.
- Results presented at the American Geophysical Union Fall Meeting of 2014 in San Francisco.
Radford University 2015—2016
Research Assistantship
Collaborated in research project from 2015—2016 with physics and biology professors to improve quality of learning in the field for the Arctic Geophysics course and coupled to a biology project to study Arctic wildlife, requiring assembly and use of equipment that could translate
Teaching Experience
Clemson University Fall 2016 – Fall 2018
Teaching assistant, Physics and Astronomy Department
- Introductory Astronomy Lab. Lead instructor for each course.
Radford University Fall 2014 – Spring 2016
Teaching assistant, Physics Department
- Electronics Lab, Spring 2016. Assisted lead instructor.
- Introductory Physics, Fall 2014—Fall 2015. Assisted lead instructor.
- Radford Summer Bridge. Summer 2014. Assisted lead instructor.
Honors, Grants, and Awards
Chandra X-ray Center (CXC)
Predoctoral Fellowship Spring 2020 – Present.
Completing PhD thesis while funded by the CXC.
Clemson University
NuSTAR General Observer Program Cycle 6 $62,000.00 USD, Spring 2020.
General Observer Program, Cycle 6. NASA Research Announcement NNH19ZDA001N. Proposal number 6053.
Fermi-LAT Guest Investigator Program, Cycle 11 $60,000.00 USD, Spring 2018.
Fermi Guest Investigator Program, Cycle 11. NASA contract 80NSSC18K1716. Proposal number 111197.
Graduate Student Travel Grant $500.00 USD, Spring 2019.
Awarded by Clemson University Physics and Astronomy department.
Radford University
Highlander Student Research Grant $500.00 USD, Spring 2015.
Awarded by Office of Undergraduate Research.
Physics Faculty and Alumni Scholarship $300, $300, $450 USD. 2013—2015.
Awarded fall 2013, 2014, and 2015.
Society of Physics Student Reporter Award $200.00 USD, Fall 2014.
Was published in their spring 2015 issue for the report on the American Geophysical Union (AGU) meeting.
Publications
Journal Publications
- Gamma-ray Emission Revealed at the Western edge of SNR G344.7—0.1. Eagle, J., Marchesi S., Castro D., Ajello M., Vendraso A., 2020. ApJ, 904, 2.
- 2FHL J0826.1-4500: Discovery of a Possible Shock-Cloud Interaction on the Western Edge of the Vela SNR. Eagle, J., Marchesi S., Castro D., Ajello M., Duvidovich L., Tibaldo L., 2019. ApJ, 870, 1.
Presentations
Graduate
- Hunting Pulsar Wind Nebulae with the Fermi-LAT. Eagle, J., Castro D., 2021. AAS 237th Meeting, iPoster Sessions.
- 2FHL J0826.1-4500: Discovery of a New Galactic Accelerator. Eagle, J., Marchesi S., Castro D., Ajello M., Duvidovich L., Tibaldo L., Oct. 14-19, 2018. 8th International Fermi Symposium, Baltimore, MD.
Undergraduate
- Comparing Geophysical Methods for Determining the Thickness of Arctic Sea Ice: Is There a Correlation Between Thickness and Surface Temperature? Robertson, R., Bowman, T., Eagle, J. Fisher, L., Mankowski, K., McGrady, N., Schrecongost, N., Voll, H., Zulfiqar, A., Herman, R. 2016. American Geophysical Union Fall 2016 meeting.
- Testing Rapid Fabrication Tools of SAW Devices. Eagle, J., 2015. CUR REU Symposium.
- Taking on the 2014 American Geophysical Union (AGU) Fall Meeting in San Francisco, CA. Dec 15-19, 2014. Eagle J.. 2015. pg. 25. SPS Spring 2015 issue.
- A Possible Correlation between Surface Temperature and Thickness of Arctic Sea Ice. Herman, R., Roadcap, C., Eagle, J., Montgomery, S., Baumgardner, C., Brett, M., Blake, D. 2014. American Geophysical Union Fall 2014 meeting.
Professional Training
Fermi-LAT Collaboration, Lewes, Delaware, Summer 2019
Description: Two-week intensive workshop including various data analysis skills in processing and interpreting Fermi data ranging from extended analyses, point source analyses, extension tests, packages like Naima to generate SED models, and more.
Computer Skills
Programming: Python, Pyraf/IRAF, C++
Applications
- Skilled in data analysis for astrophysical instruments including
- Gemini (optical),
- XMM-Newton and Chandra (X-ray), and
- Fermi-LAT (gamma-ray).
- Experienced with spectral analysis tools including
- XSPEC,
- HEASOFT tools, and
- Sherpa
Professional Affiliations
Fermi-LAT Collaboration, 2020—Present
Professional Service
Graduate
Peer-Reviewed Articles for The Astrophysical Journal
Public Outreach Secretary Spring 2019—Spring 2020
Clemson University Physics and Astronomy Graduate Student Government.
Symposium in Research for Physics and Astronomy (SIRPA) organizer August 2019
Funded and hosted annually by the Clemson University Physics and Astronomy department.
Undergraduate
Vice President of Radford University’s Society of Physics Students 2014—2016
Community Service
Graduate
Mentor, Boston, MA, Fall 2020—Present
Description: Volunteer co-mentorship of a junior high school student in Boston City to help them prepare and achieve higher education goals.
Fostered homeless pets, Seneca SC, Spring 2019—Summer 2019
Clemson University Planetarium Operator
Clemson University, 2016—2019
Description: Volunteer operation of the planetarium on campus for any interested groups free of charge including families, student groups, prospective students, special events, and more.
Undergraduate
Radford University Planetarium Operator
Radford University, 2014—2016
Description: Regular operation of planetarium on campus for any interested groups free of charge including families, prospective students, field trips, and more.
Radford University, 2013—2016
Description: Hosted planetarium and educational science shows to visiting elementary school groups free of charge.
Employment History
Graduate
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics Cambridge, MA
Chandra X-ray Center Predoctoral Fellowship Spring 2020—Present: Predoctoral Fellow. Conducting high energy astrophysics research.
Clemson University Clemson, SC
Physics & Astronomy Department Spring 2019—Present: Research Assistant.
Clemson University Clemson, SC
Physics & Astronomy Department 2016—Fall 2018: Teaching Assistant.
Undergraduate
College of William & Mary Williamsburg, VA
REU Summer Student Internship Summer 2015: Student Intern. Researched rapid fabrication tools of surface acoustic wave devices at NASA.
Radford University Radford, VA
Research Assistantship Spring 2015: Research Assistant. Built and deployed equipment to study Arctic microclimate.
Radford University Radford, VA
Introductory Physics and Electronics Lab Fall 2014—2016: Lab Assistant. Assist with lab procedures and calculations.
Radford University Radford, VA
RU Summer Bridge Summer 2014: Teacher’s Assistant. Assist with construction and delivery of lesson plans.
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