Physicists Paint First Complete Picture of Expanding Universe
Physics & Astronomy Department
With a Physics & Astronomy Degree...
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Build The ModelBe part of a team that proposes a new theoretical model for calculating pairing properties of atomic nuclei including those found in extreme astrophysical environments.
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Discover Something NewWhat happens when a proton hits a nucleus? Make new calculations that add to the understanding how nucleons and nuclei interact.
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Earn RecognitionStudents win national and international awards for their posters and presentations around the world.
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Reach for the StarsLearning to use a 1.3 meter diameter telescope, observing stars throughout the night, and designing a research activity are just a few of the experiences students have at OHIO.
Physics & Astronomy
Students explore yesterday, today and tomorrow in search of a deeper understanding of the natural world—from the mysteries of dark matter to the smallest machines possible, from the complexity of life to nature's strongest forces.
The Cosmos
From the mysteries of dark matter to the secrets hidden in our own solar system, astrophysics probes the galaxy of unanswered questions.
Nanoscience
At the size scale of an atom, researchers manipulate nano-particles to explore the world of quantum mechanics and to build the smallest machines possible.
Probing Life
Biophysicists study the complexity of life by using the laws of physics and the power of math to analyze patterns in living things, from epilepsy to signal processing.
Nuclei and Particles
The nuclear force is the strongest found in nature. From questions of how protons and neutrons are bound in nuclei (or neutron stars) to the interactions of quarks and gluons, this is strong stuff.
Recent Events:
Physics Colloquium | Topological Physics at the Light-matter Interface, Nov. 13
The Physics & Astronomy Colloquium Series presents Gil Refael of Caltech on “Topological Physics at the Light-matter Interface” on Friday, Nov. 13, at 4:10 p.m.at an Online Departmental Colloquium. Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting Or call in (audio only) +1 614-706-6572,,372657836# […]
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Read MoreNQPI Virtual Nanoforum | Optical and Photothermal Properties of Plasmonic Nanomaterials | Nov. 19
The Ohio University NQPI Virtual Nanoforum presents Eva Yazmin Santiago Santos discussing “Optical and Photothermal Properties of Plasmonic Nanomaterials” on Thursday, Nov 19, at 4:10 p.m. via Microsoft Teams. Santos is a graduate student in Physics & Astronomy and the Nanoscale Quantum Phenomena Institute (NQPI). Abstract: The study of the optical […]
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Read MorePhysics Colloquium | Statistical Physics in Social Networks: Polarization, Echo Chambers and Ideologies, Nov. 20
The Physics & Astronomy Colloquium Series presents Igor Sokolov of Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin on “Statistical Physics in Social Networks: Polarization, Echo Chambers and Ideologies,” on Friday, Nov. 20, at 4:10 p.m. at an Online Departmental Colloquium. Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting Or […]
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Read MorePhysics Colloquium | Science Education and Outreach, Dec. 4
The Physics & Astronomy Colloquium Series presents Shannon Swilley Greco of Princeton on “Science Education and Outreach,” on Friday, Dec. 4, at 4:10 p.m. at an Online Departmental Colloquium (Virtual link to be posted later).
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Read MorePhysics Colloquium | Magnetic Topological Solitons and Real Space Berry Curvature, Nov. 6
The Physics & Astronomy Colloquium Series presents Cristian Batista of University of Tennessee and Oak Ridge National Lab. on “Magnetic Topological Solitons and Real Space Berry Curvature” on Friday, Nov. 6, at 4:10 p.m. at an Online Departmental Colloquium. Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join […]
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Read MoreNQPI Seminar | Cyclotron Resonance Spectroscopy of Broken Symmetry States in Monolayer Graphene, Oct. 22
The Nanoscale & Quantum Phenomena Institute Seminar series presents Dr. Erik Henriksen discussing “Cyclotron Resonance Spectroscopy of Broken Symmetry States in Monolayer Graphene” on Oct. 22 at 4:10 p.m. Henriksen is Assistant Professor of Physics at Washington University in St. Louis. For virtual meeting information, contact the host, Dr. Sergio E. […]
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Read MorePhysics Colloquium | Calculating Nature Naturally, Oct. 23
The Physics & Astronomy Colloquium Series presents Natalie Klco of University of Washington on “Calculating Nature Naturally,” on Friday, Oct. 23, at 4:10 p.m. at an Online Departmental Colloquium. Join Microsoft Teams Meeting +1 614-706-6572 United States, Columbus (Toll) Conference ID: 664 725 259# Abstract: Studying nature directly from […]
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Read MoreNQPI Forum | Rajendra Thapa, Postponed till Spring Semester 2021
NOTE: This event has been postponed until the spring semester. The Nanoscale & Quantum Phenomena Institute Forum series presents Rajendra Thapa on Oct. 29 at 4:10 p.m. Thapa is a graduate student in Physics & Astronomy at Ohio University. For virtual meeting information, contact the host, Dr. David Drabold.
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Read MorePhysics Colloquium | Climate Change and Tipping Points: The Future of Nature, Humanity and the Global Economy, Oct. 30
The Physics & Astronomy Colloquium Series presents Mike Bevis of The Ohio State University on “Climate Change and Tipping Points: The Future of Nature, Humanity and the Global Economy,” on Friday, Oct. 30, at 4:10 p.m. at an Online Departmental Colloquium (Virtual link to be posted later). Join on Teams […]
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Read MoreNQPI Seminar | Gate-defined Quantum Dots in Monolayer and Bilayer WSe2, Nov. 5
The Nanoscale & Quantum Phenomena Institute Seminar series presents Dr. Hugh Churchill discussing “Gate-defined Quantum Dots in Monolayer and Bilayer WSe2” on Nov. 5 at 4:10 p.m. Churchill is Assistant Professor of Physics at the University of Arkansas. For virtual meeting information, contact the host, Dr. Nancy Sandler. Abstract: I will […]
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