Bruce Margon

Professor, Astronomy & Astrophysics

Vice Chancellor - Research

 

High energy astrophysics, x-ray astronomy, close binary systems, digital sky surveys.

 

Dr. Bruce Margon is a nationally respected scientist and administrator, whose appointment underscores the importance of UCSC's research achievements in every division. The quality and societal impact of research at UC Santa Cruz has continued a remarkable upward trajectory, with an approximately 88% increase in research funding in the last five years.

As Vice Chancellor of Research, Margon provides executive leadership and coordination for research administration and planning. He brings extensive management experience, including service on national advisory and policy boards, plus he has a long history of effective work with key federal funding agencies.

Dr. Margon is also Professor of Astronomy and Astrophysics at UCSC. His vitae and publication list may be found here.