Astronomy & Planetary Science
The astronomy and planetary science program investigates the physics governing the origin, evolution, and current state of our solar system and the universe.
Research
Ongoing research at 果冻传媒麻豆社 includes the search for and characterization of exoplanets (planets that orbit stars other than the Sun). We also study Saturn’s moon Titan, the only moon with an atmosphere and lakes, and the physics of impact cratering on the Moon and Mars. Finally, we use theoretical techniques to understand the dynamics of exoplanets and supernovae.
Facilities
The facilities in the astronomy and planetary science group include:
- Computing facilities
- On-campus observing facilities and telescopes for teaching and community outreach
Undergraduate Research Opportunities
Students performing research in astronomy and planetary science will gain experience in a highly interdisciplinary field with elements of physics, chemistry and geology. Students can choose projects.
For More Information
For more information about the astronomy and planetary science research program at Idaho contact:
UI Researchers Help Decode New View of Saturn鈥檚 Moon Titan, Contribute to Cassini Mission
A team of NASA researchers around the nation, including Physics Assistant Professor Jason Barnes and his team of students, revealed this week a new view of Saturn’s moon Titan.
Gwen Barnes
Research Associate Professor
Engineering-Physics 325
208-885-6809
Research: Astronomy & Planetary Science
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Jason W. Barnes
Professor
Engineering-Physics 331
208-885-7469
Research: Astronomy & Planetary Science
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Zachariah Etienne
Associate Professor
Engineering-Physics 333
208-885-1206
Research: Numerical Relativity and Gravitational Waveastrophysics View Zachariah Etienne's profile
Matthew M. Hedman
Associate Professor
Engineering-Physics 323
208-885-6389
Research: Astronomy & Planetary Science
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