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PAMS students bring research to Las Vegas

May 11, 2023 by Olivia C. Prost

The American Physical Society (APS) hosted its March meeting March 5-10 in Las Vegas, Nevada.   A group of Missouri State students in different physics, astronomy and materials science (PAMS) disciplines were in attendance, and some presented their research.  August Schwoebel  From Belleville, Illinois, Schwoebel is a dual chemistry and physics major with an emphasis in … [Read more...] about PAMS students bring research to Las Vegas

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A combination that adds up

May 1, 2023 by Olivia C. Prost

Many students studying physics, astronomy and materials science (PAMS) also have a minor in mathematics.   Dr. Robert Mayanovic, department head and distinguished professor of PAMS, explains why adding a math minor benefits PAMS students.  Math is a key player  In physics, it’s hard to do anything without math.  “Modeling of physical processes, an important aspect of … [Read more...] about A combination that adds up

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PAMS research sheds light on vital role of water in molten rocks 

April 24, 2023 by Olivia C. Prost

Scientists from the physics, astronomy and materials science department (PAMS) have made a groundbreaking discovery on how water is incorporated in magmatic processes.   PAMS Department Head and professor Dr. Robert Mayanovic, graduate student Devon Romine and other contributors have recently published their findings.  “Water is critical for the formation of granites, … [Read more...] about PAMS research sheds light on vital role of water in molten rocks 

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MSU professor served as Fulbright Specialist in India

April 24, 2023 by Olivia C. Prost

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) and World Learning awarded Dr. Kartik Ghosh a place on the Fulbright Specialist roster.  Ghosh is a distinguished physics, astronomy and material science professor at Missouri State University and served his term as a Fulbright Specialist from Feb 27- March 10.  “I had an opportunity to … [Read more...] about MSU professor served as Fulbright Specialist in India

Filed Under: Faculty accomplishments, News Tagged With: Kartik Ghosh, physics astronomy and material sciences

PAMS trio brings out-of-this-world research to Seattle conference

February 10, 2023 by Olivia C. Prost

The stars aligned at the most recent American Astronomical Society meeting.  From Jan. 8-12, three student researchers within the physics, astronomy and materials science department traveled to Seattle, Washington, for the 241st conference to present their research.  Caroline Witt   A junior from Chillicothe, Missouri, Caroline Witt is currently pursuing a major in physics … [Read more...] about PAMS trio brings out-of-this-world research to Seattle conference

Filed Under: research, Students Tagged With: physics astronomy and material sciences

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