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About Ronald Kumon

Dr. Kumon’s research interests are broadly themed around the use of ultrasound for materials
characterization, diagnostic imaging, and therapeutic applications. In the biomedical arena, he has
investigated high-frequency ultrasound for ex vivo characterization of breast cancer and endoscopic
ultrasound for improved in vivo diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. He has also studied the mechanisms and
bioeffects of sonoporation, the therapeutic use of ultrasound and microbubbles to enhance the delivery of
drugs to cells, via fluorescence and high-speed brightfield microscopy.  In the area of therapeutic ultrasound,
Dr. Kumon has investigated the effects of high-intensity focused ultrasound on cardiac electrophysiology using
optical and infrared imaging. Most recently, he has been working on projects involving the synthesis of
magnetic nanoparticles and their application in magnetic fluid hyperthermia for cancer treatment.

Dr. Kumon believes that building a student's physical intuition and independent learning skills are the most
valuable services that a faculty member can provide. To accomplish these goals, he strives to clearly
communicate fundamental physical concepts along with the analytical and mathematical skills needed to solve
practical problems associated with those concepts. To better actively engage students, he introduces practical
examples into his discussions and uses guided questioning to lead students to solve their own problems.
Finally, he performs assessment to measure learning and further improve his teaching. Outside of the
classroom, Dr. Kumon works to mentor students and promote physics through outreach to on-campus and
off-campus communities.

Positions

Present Associate Professor of Physics, Kettering University Department of Natural Sciences
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Professional Service and Affiliations

Sigma Pi Sigma, Chapter Advisor to Kettering University
Zone 7 Councilor, SPS National Council
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Honors and Awards

  • 2019 Society of Physics Students Outstanding Chapter Advisor


Education

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1999 Ph.D. in Physics, University of Texas at Austin
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1992 B.S. in Physics and Mathematics, Michigan State University
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Contact Information

Physics
AB 2-323J
810-762- 7908
rkumon@kettering.edu


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