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Brad Hansen is a Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He holds a Ph.D. in Astrophysics obtained in 1996 and has previously served as a Hubble Fellow and Research Associate at Princeton University. His research predominantly focuses on Theoretical Astrophysics, with a principal emphasis on Extrasolar Planets and their dynamics, including the assembly of rocky planets and the influence of stellar environments. Hansen's theoretical work includes studying planetary systems in relation to observed distributions of planets around low-mass stars. He has collaborated with students on various projects, examining phenomena such as debris disks and the geological evolution of moons around exoplanets. His recent publications explore the consequences of dynamically unstable moons in extrasolar systems and the mechanisms influencing exoplanet formation. He is actively involved in the educational development of students in astrophysics, leading both undergraduate and graduate research projects.
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