Ronald Tackett

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Ronald Tackett, Ph.D.

 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9611-4368

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Dr. Tackett’s research is currently investigating novel approaches to the treatment of cancer through magnetic
fluid hyperthermia (MFH).  This technique involves the injection of a stabilized suspension of magnetic
nanoparticles into a malignant tumor, followed by subsequent exposure to an alternating magnetic field. 
Exposure to the external field causes the nanoparticles to heat and destroy the tumor while leaving the
surrounding tissue unharmed.

Dr. Tackett is a firm believer in Kettering University's "Principles of Effective Teaching" which is based on the
establishment of high expectations, providing a positive learning environment, active engagement of the
students, and providing timely and constructive feedback, all the while reflecting and adapting in order to
optimize student learning.  In order to accomplish this, he employs research-based pedagogies which include
techniques such as Peer Instruction 1 and Problem/Project-Based Learning that aim to make the student an
active participant in class activities, in opposition to the traditional passive learning more common in a lecture-
based pedagogy.

Dr. Tackett currently serves as the Vice Chair of the Eastern Great Lakes section of the American Physical Society (EGLSAPS) and the Moderator-Elect of Kettering's Faculty Senate

Education/Academic qualification

Ph.D. in Physics, Wayne State University

… → 2008

M.S. in Physics, Wayne State University

… → 2007

B.S. in Engineering Physics, Eastern Michigan University

… → 2003

Research Interests

  • Materials Science
  • Characterization of Magnetic Nanoparticles
  • Magnetic Fluid Hyperthermia using Magnetic Nanoparticles
  • Targeted Drug Delivery using Magnetic Nanoparticles
  • Superprotonic Materials

Disciplines

  • Physics
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