Dr. Donald E. Simanek
Title: Emeritus Professor of Physics, Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania, Lock Haven, PA, 17745. (1964-1998)
Highest degree: Ph.D. in physics from The Pennsylvania State University (1983).
Other degrees: B.A. and M.S. in physics from The University of Iowa (1959, 1962).
Interests: Optics, history of science, the science/pseudoscience interface, 3d photography, teaching critical thinking; physics laboratory instruction and physics demonstrations, skepticism; visual illusions, Meccano and Erector designs.
Current activities: In addition to maintaining these educational web pages, I write a regular column, "Toys, Tricks and Teasers" for MAKE! magazine. Also occasional articles and reviews for MAKE!, Skeptic and Skeptical Inquirer.
More details in my Vita.
Here's a list of my Illustrated Lectures.
Input and suggestions are welcome at this address.