Stars, planets and galaxies may be out of reach. But they can be brought into sight through the lenses of telescopes at Baker Observatory. The observatory, ran by the physics, astronomy and materials science department at Missouri State University, will host its first Public Observing Night since the onset of the pandemic Nov. 5. The free, family-friendly event … [Read more...] about Bringing back Public Observing Night at Baker Observatory
There are two things Dr. Ridwan Sakidja, professor in the department of physics, astronomy and materials science at Missouri State University, is passionate about: computational materials science and interdisciplinary research. Computational materials science involves use of modeling, simulations, theory and data processing. These processes allow researchers to better … [Read more...] about Lower costs, greater applications
Congratulations to all the winners of the College of Natural and Applied Sciences’ 2021 Faculty and Staff Awards. The annual awards ceremony honoring awardees with excellence in research, teaching or service took place May 5. These winners received nominations from departmental personnel committees, department heads or students. The event represented the 10th year in a … [Read more...] about Congratulations to the 2021 CNAS Faculty and Staff Award winners
The College of Natural and Applied Sciences is excited to announce that the 2021 issue of Mind’s Eye features the work of Dr. Ridwan Sakidja. Read an excerpt from his story: Computational materials science uses modeling, simulation, theory and informatics to better understand materials. Sakidja’s research is varied, but his ultimate goal is the same. “Our … [Read more...] about Congratulations to Dr. Ridwan Sakidja
Overcoming the disconnect posed by distance learning starts with quality leadership in the virtual classroom. Graduate student Sajal Islam of the physics, astronomy and materials science department (PAMS) at Missouri State University has proven he has such leadership skills. He recently received Missouri State’s Certified Distance Educator Award and the department’s … [Read more...] about Making an impact as an instructor