physics & astronomy
Astronomy Professor Researches Latest Hubble Space Telescope Images
For UK physics and astronomy professor Gary Ferland, the latest images of the Ring Nebula, captured by the Hubble Space Telescope, provide an invaluable resource to understand more about dying stars similar to the sun.
Great Lakes Strings Conference
The 7th annual Great Lakes Strings Conference brings together researchers in fields related to string theory from the Midwest region and beyond. The program of 44 talks over 3 days will feature applications of string theory to condensed matter systems.
Sponsored by the Department of Physics & Astronomy and the College of Arts & Sciences.
Visit the conference website for more information - https://sites.google.com/site/greatlakesstrings2013/ .
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Chemistry-Physics Building Room 155.
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Robert Milton Huffaker Named Honorary Doctorate
Robert Milton Huffaker, a native of Wayne County, Ky., has an over 50-year career as a distinguished physicist, company founder and CEO, and philanthropist. After earning a Bachelor of Science in physics and pursuing graduate studies at UK, Huffaker worked at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center for 15 years.
Skype with an Astronaut at A&S Sneak Peek
Catch a sneak peek of the amazing opportunities with the College of Arts & Sciences!
Dr. Ravat's Exploring the Solar System class had the privilege of doing a Skype interview with NASA Astronaut Dr. Drew Feustel. The Mission Specialist veteran detailed his drive to become an astronaut, his experiences in Space, and how NASA research connects to life on Earth.
Watch the full video here! vimeo.com/63330398