Astrophysics and Space Science
Astrophysics and Space Science Theory Group (ASSTG)
Introduction
Members within the Astrophysics and Space Science Theory Group (ASSTG) conduct research in a variety of areas related to complex plasmas, planet formation, and dust mitigation for lunar missions.
Areas of Interest
Group Members
Dr. Truell Hyde Dr. Lorin Matthews
Relativistic Astrophysics
Introduction
Gravity, Cosmology and Astroparticle Physics Division (GCAP) conducts research in classical and quantum theories of gravity, and their applications to astrophysics and cosmology. Currently research topics include gravitational wave astronomy, black hole physics, quantum cosmology and the very early universe, and the nature and origins of dark matter and dark energy.
Areas of Interest
- Gravitational wave astronomy
- Black hole physics
Group Faculty Members
Dr. Anzhong Wang (head, Physics) Dr. Klaus Kirsten (Math) Dr. Qin 'Tim' Sheng (Math) Dr. Yumei Wu (Physics)
