Physics & Astronomy

Frankenthal is a particle physicist who studies dark matter. 

Two-year SPHEREx mission will map the universe and look for life-supporting molecules in the Milky Way.

Recipients were nominated by colleagues and peers for their impact and accomplishments in fostering an inclusive culture at UC Irvine through their words, values, actions, and attitudes.

The $488-million mission is set to map the sky in 102 colors of light, probing cosmic inflation, galactic ices, and the history of the universe’s first light.

Scientists have long overlooked white dwarfs as hosts for habitable exoplanets, assuming their lack of fusion would make life impossible. 

For years, astronomers have searched for habitable exoplanets around main-sequence stars similar to the Sun. 

Computer model comparison reveals rotational factors contributing to habitability.

Professor Tim Tait of the UC Irvine Department of Physics & Astronomy featured in New Scientist.

Lee researches nano-optics and optical fibers used in advanced imaging technologies.

The awards from President Biden are the highest honor awarded by the U.S. government to early career scientists. 

The fellows are championing principles of diversity, equity and inclusion at UC Irvine. 

The appointments will expand research opportunities of Professor Luis Jauregui of UC Irvine and Michael Pettes of LANL.