Physics & Astronomy Department
With a Physics & Astronomy Degree...
-
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.
-
Discover Something NewWhat happens when a proton hits a nucleus? Make new calculations that add to the understanding how nucleons and nuclei interact.
-
Earn RecognitionStudents win national and international awards for their posters and presentations around the world.
-
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.
Upcoming Events
INPP Seminar | Neutron and Secondary γ -ray Spectroscopy for Astrophysics and Applications, Nov. 13
NQPI Seminar | Daiara Faria of Polytechnic Institute of the State University of Rio de Janeiro, Nov. 14
INPP Seminar | TexAT: Nuclear Structure, Reactions and Astrophysics with a Versatile TPC, Nov. 15
INPP Seminar | Yordanka Ilieva of University of South Carolina, Nov. 19
NQPI Seminar | Jason Trembly of Ohio University, Nov. 21
Physics Colloquium | Rick Moyer of University of California San Diego, Nov. 22
INPP Seminar | Steve Pain of Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Dec. 3
NQPI Seminar | Rohan Akolkar of Case Western Reserve University, Dec. 5
Physics Colloquium | Raffaella Devita of Jefferson Lab, Dec. 6
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:
INPP Seminar | Saori Pastore of Washington University, Nov. 5
The Institute of Nuclear and Particle Physics (INPP) presents Saori Pastore of Washington University, on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 4 p.m. in Edwards Accelerator Lab, Roger W. Finlay Conference Room.
The post INPP Seminar | Saori Pastore of Washington University, Nov. 5 appeared first on Ohio University | College of Arts & Sciences.
Read MorePosted on 11/02/2019
Physics Colloquium | Physics and Energy, Nov. 8
The Physics & Astronomy Colloquium Series presents Robert Jaffe of Massachusetts Institute of Technology, on “Physics and Energy”, on Friday, Nov. 8, at 4:10 p.m. in Clippinger Labs 194. Abstract: Energy is a central concept in physics. Because energy is conserved, it is possible to understand the behavior of complex […]
The post Physics Colloquium | Physics and Energy, Nov. 8 appeared first on Ohio University | College of Arts & Sciences.
Read MorePosted on 11/02/2019
Public Telescope Night at Ohio University Observatory, Nov. 9
Public Telescope Night is Nov. 9, hosted by the Ohio University astronomy faculty and students. This event is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and will be canceled if the sky is cloudy or stormy. Telescope nights are free and open to the public. Visitors may see Lunar craters, […]
The post Public Telescope Night at Ohio University Observatory, Nov. 9 appeared first on Ohio University | College of Arts & Sciences.
Read MorePosted on 11/02/2019
INPP Seminar | Cancelled, Nov. 12
The Institute of Nuclear and Particle Physics (INPP) presents Remco Zegers of Michigan State University, on Tuesday, Nov. 12, at 4 p.m. in Edwards Accelerator Lab, Roger W. Finlay Conference Room.
The post INPP Seminar | Cancelled, Nov. 12 appeared first on Ohio University | College of Arts & Sciences.
Read MorePosted on 11/02/2019
INPP Seminar | Neutron and Secondary γ -ray Spectroscopy for Astrophysics and Applications, Nov. 13
The Institute of Nuclear and Particle Physics (INPP) presents James deBoer of University of Notre Dame, on “Neutron and Secondary γ -ray Spectroscopy for Astrophysics and Applications”, on Tuesday, Nov. 13, at 4 p.m. in Edwards Accelerator Lab, Roger W. Finlay Conference Room. Abstract: Nuclear reactions that produce neutrons have […]
The post INPP Seminar | Neutron and Secondary γ -ray Spectroscopy for Astrophysics and Applications, Nov. 13 appeared first on Ohio University | College of Arts & Sciences.
Read MorePosted on 11/02/2019
NQPI Seminar | Daiara Faria of Polytechnic Institute of the State University of Rio de Janeiro, Nov. 14
The NQPI Seminar Series presents Daiara Faria of Polytechnic Institute of the State University of Rio de Janeiro, on Thursday, Nov. 14, at 4:10 p.m. in Clippinger Labs 194.
The post NQPI Seminar | Daiara Faria of Polytechnic Institute of the State University of Rio de Janeiro, Nov. 14 appeared first on Ohio University | College of Arts & Sciences.
Read MorePosted on 11/02/2019
INPP Seminar | TexAT: Nuclear Structure, Reactions and Astrophysics with a Versatile TPC, Nov. 15
The Institute of Nuclear and Particle Physics (INPP) presents Jack Bishop of Texas A&M, on “TexAT: Nuclear Structure, Reactions and Astrophysics with a Versatile TPC”, on Tuesday, Nov. 15, at 4 p.m. in Edwards Accelerator Lab, Roger W. Finlay Conference Room. Abstract: The TexAT TPC (TEXas Active Target Time Projection […]
The post INPP Seminar | TexAT: Nuclear Structure, Reactions and Astrophysics with a Versatile TPC, Nov. 15 appeared first on Ohio University | College of Arts & Sciences.
Read MorePosted on 11/02/2019
INPP Seminar | Yordanka Ilieva of University of South Carolina, Nov. 19
The Institute of Nuclear and Particle Physics (INPP) presents Yordanka Ilieva of University of South Carolina, on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 4 p.m. in Edwards Accelerator Lab, Roger W. Finlay Conference Room.
The post INPP Seminar | Yordanka Ilieva of University of South Carolina, Nov. 19 appeared first on Ohio University | College of Arts & Sciences.
Read MorePosted on 11/02/2019
NQPI Seminar | Jason Trembly of Ohio University, Nov. 21
The NQPI Seminar Series presents Jason Trembly of Ohio University, on Thursday, Nov. 21, at 4:10 p.m. in Clippinger Labs 194.
The post NQPI Seminar | Jason Trembly of Ohio University, Nov. 21 appeared first on Ohio University | College of Arts & Sciences.
Read MorePosted on 11/02/2019
Celebrate Faculty Research, Teaching Award Recipients, Nov. 21
From Ohio University News The Ohio University community is invited to celebrate the 2019 recipients of the Presidential Research Scholars, Presidential Teacher Award and Provost’s Award for Excellence in Teaching at a special recognition event on Thursday, Nov. 21, at 1:30 p.m. in the Baker University Center Ballroom. The event, […]
The post Celebrate Faculty Research, Teaching Award Recipients, Nov. 21 appeared first on Ohio University | College of Arts & Sciences.
Read MorePosted on 11/02/2019