Dr. Brynle Barrett

Associate Professor

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Biography

Brynle Barrett is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of New Brunswick. His research primarily focuses on experimental atomic optical physics, aiming to realize high-accuracy quantum sensors using ultra-cold matter. He explores the wave nature of atoms to construct advanced quantum accelerometers and gyroscopes. His research interests encompass light-matter interactions, laser cooling and trapping of neutral atoms, ultra-stable laser systems, precision measurements of fundamental constants, and matter-wave interferometry. Atoms, due to their internal electronic structure, exhibit extreme sensitivity to gravitational and electromagnetic fields and interact strongly with light at specific frequencies when trapped in optical and magnetic fields at nano-Kelvin temperatures. At these low temperatures, the wave-like behavior of quantum particles is enhanced, allowing for the development of highly sensitive matter-wave interferometers. These devices are essential components of modern instruments such as atomic clocks, absolute gravimeters, and magnetometers, with applications in Earth observation, precise timekeeping, communication, and GPS-free positioning.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of New Brunswick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
GMAT
Total Score
Required:550
Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:550
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in Business or related field Minimum 2 years of professional work experience
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Specialization Notes

Department of Business / Department of Management / Department of Business Administration