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ABOUT ME

A little about me.
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“It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.”

Driven by a diverse yet interconnected set of interests, including research, teaching and learning, excellence, community, spiritual life, empowerment, and growth, Dr. Sunda-Meya embodies a holistic approach to education. As a visionary leader, he strives to enable organizations to achieve their strategic vision and goals, equipping both faculty and students with the necessary tools and skills for success in the 21st century.

Dr. Sunda-Meya's true passion lies in inspiring students to reach new heights and guiding them towards their chosen science majors. He firmly believes in fostering a sense of balance between academic pursuits and personal well-being, encouraging students to challenge themselves and surpass their own expectations. As a dedicated mentor, he consistently invests his time and energy to help students not only become exceptional scientists and engineers but also better individuals.

Dr. Sunda-Meya's versatility is widely recognized, as he fearlessly embraces challenging and demanding responsibilities. His ability to adapt to different situations and deliver exceptional results sets him apart in the field of education. With his unique blend of expertise, leadership, and compassion, Dr. Sunda-Meya has garnered immense respect from peers and students alike.

Overall, Dr. Anderson Sunda-Meya exemplifies the ideal educator, combining a passion for research, a commitment to teaching and learning, and an unwavering dedication to student development. His mentorship and guidance empower students to exceed expectations and thrive both academically and personally.

Name

Anderson Sunda-Meya.

Address

1 Drexel Dr, New Orleans, LA 70125, USA.

Phone

+1 (504) 520-5107.
+1 (504) 520-6765.

Email

asm@sundameya.com.
asundame@xula.edu.

“Creativity takes courage”

MY EXPERTISE

In what I'm good .

TEACHING

CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
EFFECTIVE MENTORING
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
STUDENT MOTIVATION
K-12 STEM OUTREACH
HIGHER EDUCATION
LEADERSHIP
SMARTPHONE & PHYSICS LAB
SERVICE-LEARNING

RESEARCH

THIN FILMS & NANOSTRUCTURES GROWTH
2D MATERIALS
PEPTIDES & MEMBRANES INTERACTION
SCANNING TECHNIQUES (AFM, SEM, & STM)
LASER SPECTROSCOPY
GRANT WRITING
BIOPHYSICS
DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING
LIGHTNNING HIGH ENERGY RADIATION

“Luck is when preparation meets opportunity! If opportunity knocks, and I'm not home, opportunity will wait.”

EDUCATION

My academic.

Interdisciplinary Academic Journey: Bridging Physics, Philosophy, Engineering, and Education

Dr. Sunda-Meya's extensive educational background, spanning physics, philosophy, and theology, equips him with a multidisciplinary perspective that enriches his teaching and research. His expertise in physics and engineering, coupled with his philosophical insights and language proficiency, enables him to bring a unique and holistic approach to his work.

I am fluent in English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Swahili, Kikongo, and Lingala. I can read German, Spanish, Latin and Ancient Greek.

North Carolina State University- Ph.D. Physics 2007
Surface Science Group

Dissertation: “Shape and stability of epitaxial nanostructures evolving under growth or annealing”
Advisor: Dr. Robert J. Nemanich

North Carolina Central University- B.S. Physics 2001
Summa cum laude

Senior thesis: “Polarimeter for High Energy Photons”

Pontificia Università Gregoriana- Laurea Philosophy of Science 1993
Equivalent MA

Laurea thesis: “Le langage Ideographique de Gottloeb Frege”

Goethe-Institut- German Language 1991
Certificate of German Proficiency

Universität Innsbruck- German Language 1989
Certificate of German Proficiency

Intensive summer course.

Pontificia Università Gregoriana- B.A. Theology 1991
Sacred Theology

Baccalaureato in Sacra Teologia.

Université de Lubumbashi- Licence Philosophie et Lettres 1988
Equivalent M.A. Philosophy

Mémoire de licence: “Le langage Ideographique de Gottloeb Frege”

Institut de Philosophie St Pierre Canisius- B.A. Philosophy 1984
Baccalaureat (graduat)

Mémoire: “Le Langage du Visage: Une Lecture d’Emmanuel Levinas”

“I can know a lot, but my experience shows the best of me!”

EXPERIENCE

Work experience.
Dean - 2022 - Present
College of Arts & Sciences

Xavier University of Louisiana

Interim Dean - 2021 - 2022
College of Arts & Sciences

Xavier University of Louisiana

Acting Dean - 2020 - 2021
College of Arts & Sciences

Xavier University of Louisiana

Associate Dean - 2020 - 2020
College of Arts & Sciences

Xavier University of Louisiana

Professor - 2019 - Present
Department of Physics and Computer Science

Xavier University of Louisiana

Director- 2014 - 2021
Dual-Degree Engineering Program (DDEP)

Xavier University of Louisiana

Head & Associate Professor - 2013 - 2019
Department of Physics and Computer Science

Xavier University of Louisiana

Associate Chair- 2013 - 2019
Division of Mathematical & Physical Sciences (MAPS)

Xavier University of Louisiana

Executive Director- 2014 - Present
Louisiana Engineering Advancement Program (LEAP)

Xavier University of Louisiana

Assistant Professor- 2007 - 2013
Department of Physics and Dual-Degree Engineering

Xavier University of Louisiana

Teaching Assistant- 2001 - 2004
North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC

Teacher- 2001 - 2003
Ecole Française de Raleigh (French School of Raleigh), Raleigh, NC

Teacher- 1991 - 1992
Collège Boboto, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo

Teacher- 1984 - 1986
Collège du Saint Esprit, Bujumbura Burundi

Taught French language and Religious studies

2021 Winner of the Excellence in Physics Education Award awarded by the American Physical Society

Dr. Anderson Sunda-Meya's exemplary contributions to education and physics were honored with the prestigious Excellence in Physics Education Award by the American Physical Society in 2021. This distinguished recognition commends his multifaceted support and inspiration to students and faculty at Xavier University of Louisiana, as well as his robust physics outreach efforts in the New Orleans region. Dr. Sunda-Meya's sustained commitment to recruiting, retaining, mentoring, teaching, incorporating service learning, and conducting research with African American physics students has made a profound impact on the academic community. This award not only acknowledges his dedication but also highlights his exceptional efforts in fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment. Dr. Sunda-Meya's outstanding achievements and unwavering commitment to education continue to inspire and empower both students and colleagues alike.

“Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve!”

GRANTS & AWARDS

In what I'm good .

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Gulf Research Program (GRP)

Xavier Gulf Scholars Program (X-GSP): Interdisciplinary Experiential Learning through Community Engagement.

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NSF Award #1832167 Excellence in Research: Investigation of Small Molecule Adsorption and Conversion on the Semiconductor/Ionic-Liquid Interface and Application to Sensing and Catalysis

This project aims to develop highly sensitive and selective sensors for detecting small gas molecules using ionic liquids. These sensors, designed to fit into compact devices, will utilize electrochemical, computational, and microscopy methods.

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NSF Award #1411209 Terrestrial Gamma Flashes at Ground Level

This project at Xavier University involves a group of undergraduate physics majors in experiments to observe gamma rays from lightning by constructing an array of detectors that can observe terrestrial gamma flashes from the ground.

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NASA EPSCoR Award #NNX15AM61A

TETRA-II: An Experiment to Study Terrestrial Gamma Flashes and the Role of Energetic Particle Acceleration in Lightning and Severe Weather Events.

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ONR/Navy Award #11864508

Faculty Start-Up Program in Materials at Xavier University of Louisiana.

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NSF Award #1540465 Collaborative Research:

Collaborative Research: Standard: Comparison of Communications across Campus Cultures (The 4C Project): Toward Evidence-based Customization of Learning Experiences.

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NASA Award #NNX13AR32A

New Orleans Regional Collaborative (NORC) for STEM Retention

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US NRC Award #NRC-27-10-1117

NRC Science Scholars: Education, Scholarship, Mentoring, and Service Learning

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“Latest news and information of interest!”

ACTIVITIES

Recent Information.
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Latest presentation: An Evaluation of Direct Image Based Visual Tracking System for Autonomous Manipulation

This research paper was presented by Dr. Sunda-Meya at the IECON 2022 – 48th Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society, in Brussels, Belgium. The paper delves into the assessment of a direct image-based visual tracking system for autonomous manipulation. The authors explore the capabilities and effectiveness of this system, focusing on its application in facilitating autonomous manipulation tasks. The study provides valuable insights and findings that contribute to the advancement of visual tracking systems in the field of industrial electronics.

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Thermal lensing-induced soliton molecules in beta-phase gallium oxide

This study focuses on the phenomenon of thermal lensing and its impact on the formation of soliton molecules in β-phase gallium oxide. The authors investigate the optical properties of the material and explore the conditions under which soliton molecules can be generated due to thermal effects. The research contributes to our understanding of soliton dynamics and the influence of thermal lensing in gallium oxide, offering insights into the behavior of light in nonlinear optical systems.

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Latest publication: Elliptic solitons in optical fiber media

We examine the evolution of a time-varying perturbation signal pumped into a monomode fiber in the anomalous dispersion regime. We establish analytically that the perturbation evolves into a conservative pattern of periodic pulses whose structures and profiles share a close similarity with the so-called soliton-crystal states recently observed in fiber media.

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Presentation at the 2015 International Chemical Congress of Pacific Basin Societies (PACIFICHEM™)

PACIFICHEM 2015 took place in Honolulu, Hawaii, December 15-20. We presented three posters.

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Invited talk at the 10th IEEE Nanotechnology Materials and Devices Conference (NMDC 2015)

NMDC 2015 was held in Anchorage Alaska, on 13-16th September, 2015. My talk title was: “Synthesis and characterization of MoS2 nanostructures and 2D layers using Pulsed laser depostion system”

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CONTACT ME

Do not hesitate!

Want to say hi? There are a few ways (above) to get in touch with me. To visit my lab or the Physics Department, use the location address above. And, if you're in New Orleans, you can just try yelling really loud.