His research examines the various atomic processes involved in X-ray emissions and the behavior of carbon nanotubes in microwave fields. Since joining Angelo State in 2008, he has secured more than $330,000 in grants and published 13 peer-reviewed articles in scientific journals, conference proceedings and books. Williams received his bachelor's degree from the University of North Texas, his master's degree from the University of Texas at Dallas and his Ph.D. from Texas Christian University. The Distinguished Teaching Awards went to the following individuals: