Christopher Cravey

College Academy at Broward College Class of 2017 graduate Christopher Cravey is a Ph.D. student in Applied Physics at Northwestern University. Christopher has already earned his Master’s degree and is contributing to cutting-edge research in his field.

Currently, Christopher is working on two major projects: studying the potential for cooling power by varying the degeneracy of a quantum well in a semiconductor heterostructure and helping to develop a novel method of characterizing resistive samples. This latter project involves taking multiple resistance measurements simultaneously by multiplexing current in the frequency domain. The goal is to create an affordable, simple, and efficient magnetic field sensor.

His role includes fabricating complex semiconducting structures, electrically characterizing samples, and designing and troubleshooting circuitry for data collection and noise reduction. He also operates a magnet + refrigerator system that reaches temperatures as low as 1.5K and magnetic fields as large as 12T.

Reflecting on his journey, Christopher is grateful for the strong support system he found at College Academy At Broward College, where compassionate teachers and like-minded peers pushed him to reach new heights. He acknowledges that the environment at CA was essential to his professional and personal growth: “College Academy was the perfect environment for my growth. I never thought I would be where I am today, but thanks to the support of friends, family, and faculty, I’m living my dream.”

In the future, Christopher hopes to apply his skills as an engineer in industry, working to make existing technologies safer, more dependable, and environmentally friendly.