Hugh Henry


Scholar | Former Visiting Scholar

Physics

Hugh Henry received his PhD in physics from the University of Virginia in 1971, retired after 26 years at Varian Medical Systems, and currently serves as lecturer in physics at Northern Kentucky University in Highland Heights. Henry was recently named Kentucky Commissioner for Low-Level Radiation.

Most Popular Works

A curated selection of this scholar’s most widely engaged work with Reasons to Believe.

  • Fearing Radiation Does Harm

    Does fear of radiation hinder our response to people who need it? What impact did evacuation have on the citizens of Fukushima? Learn more from an expert in physics and radiation.

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  • Embracing Radiation

    Discover how radiation, often feared due to disasters, offers immense benefits—from clean nuclear energy to food preservation and life-saving medical imaging—when used wisely as part of God’s creation.

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  • The Benefits of Radiation

    Think all radiation is dangerous? Discover how low levels can boost longevity, reduce cancer risks, and serve as a vital part of God’s creation—when understood and used wisely.

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Top Resources

Selected articles and research published with Reasons to Believe, offering deeper exploration of key topics.

  • Earth

    Author: Guest Writer

    Creation’s Beginning: A Single Moment or An Ongoing Process?

    Explore the Hebrew term rēʾšîyth in Genesis 1:1, supporting an ongoing creation process aligned with old-earth creationism. Read More

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  • The Bible

    Author: Guest Writer

    The Sun and Moon on the Fourth Day: What the Biblical Text Reveals

    Explore the unique biblical Hebrew terms for the Sun and Moon, revealing insights on creation, worship, and Earth's early conditions. Read More

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  • Beliefs and Values

    Author: Guest Writer

    The Miracles of Easter

    Explore the Easter miracles revealing God's power over nature and the divine-human nature of Jesus, affirming our personal Savior. Read More

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  • The Bible

    Author: Guest Writer

    God’s Genesis 1 Decrees: A Fresh Look

    Explore how Genesis 1's creation days may reflect God's decrees using the biblical prophetic perfect, supporting old-earth creationism. Read More

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  • The Bible

    Author: Guest Writer

    Evening and Morning and Entropy in Creation

    Explore how Genesis' evening and morning reflect entropy, revealing God's order from chaos through natural laws and creation days. Read More

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  • The Bible

    Author: Guest Writer

    Does Psalm 104 Affirm Progressive Creation?

    Explores Psalm 104's insights on progressive creation and the extinction-creation cycle, linking biblical text with paleontological evidence. Read More

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