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Next-gen particle accelerator is aim of Bright Beams work

Particle accelerators have been used for decades to answer questions regarding the nuclei of atoms, the smallest forms of matter. New research is helping address current challenges and develop more efficient accelerators.

Celebrating arXiv's growth at the library, future at CIS

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JAN 20Lunar Eclipse Watch Party The Danby Community Council and SPIF Present ...

JAN 28Department of Physics Colloquium General Physics Colloquium, Professor Lisa Kaltenegger ...

FEB 04Department of Physics Colloquium General Physics Colloquium, Professor Jeff McMahon, University of Michigan Refreshments from 3:30-3:50 pm Title: TBD Host: Mike Niemack Abstract: TBD

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Research Spotlight

Research in the department is organized in two laboratories, the Laboratory of Atomic and Solid State Physics (LASSP) and the Laboratory for Elementary Particle Physics (LEPP). Explore the links below to learn more about the major research areas of the department and the facilities available to researchers.

Student Spotlight

"I'm most proud of the outreach activities I've been a part of. Sharing knowledge of the observatory with the public and helping to contribute to its smooth operation is chief among my Cornell achievements."

- R. Zachary Murray '18

Read more about R. Zachary Murray's story here.