multi-day
Fall/Winter Friday Nights at the Dearborn Observatory
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM, sponsored by Dearborn Observatory
The Dearborn Observatory is open for public viewing every Friday night from 8 to 10 pm during the fall and...
Events
Please click here for our department seminars (excluding PAECRS) calendar.
Oct
2
2026
Colloquium: John Joseph Carrasco: "Double Copy: An Effective Approach to Quantum Gravity"
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, sponsored by Physics and Astronomy Colloquia
Gravity and gauge theory seem spectacularly different, yet their physical predictions reveal a remarkable structural relationship known as the double...
Oct
5
2026
HEP Seminar: Joao Paulo Pinheiro: "How Robust Is the δCP Measurement?"
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, sponsored by Physics and Astronomy High Energy Physics Seminars
Measuring the leptonic CP phase δCP and resolving the θ23 octant are primary objectives of DUNE and T2HK. We show...
Oct
6
2026
CFP Colloquium: Gurudev Dutt: Towards Macroscopic Superpositions with Levitated Diamond Crystals
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM, sponsored by Center for Fundamental Physics Colloquia
Abstract: Nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers in diamond offer a "uniquely quantum handle" for controlling mechanical systems. While NV-based sensing in bulk diamond...
Oct
7
2026
Quantum Information Seminar: Sahel Ashhab: "The Unusual Physics and Math of Generalized Squeezing"
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM, sponsored by Department of Physics and Astronomy
Quantum computing technologies, such as superconducting circuit-QED systems, have allowed the exploration of novel physical phenomena. These include strongly nonlinear...
Oct
8
2026
Condensed Matter Physics Seminar: Erik Henriksen: "Pursuing Quantum Spin Liquids in Atomically Thin Materials"
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, sponsored by Physics and Astronomy Condensed Matter Physics Seminars
We are developing thermal transport and quantum sensing approaches for studying quantum spin liquid-related phenomena in atomically thin magnetic materials....
Oct
9
2026
Colloquium: David Caratelli: "Exploring Nature with Neutrinos"
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, sponsored by Physics and Astronomy Colloquia
Neutrinos are elementary particles that can help shed light on open questions in fundamental physics and probe astrophysical phenomena. This...
Oct
9
2026
Homecoming / Reunion Weekend at the Dearborn Observatory
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM, sponsored by Dearborn Observatory
In honor of Homecoming & Reunion Weekend, the Dearborn will be walk-in only this evening. No reservations are required--just show...
Oct
10
2026
Homecoming / Reunion Weekend at the Dearborn Observatory
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM, sponsored by Dearborn Observatory
In honor of Homecoming & Reunion Weekend, the Dearborn will be walk-in only this evening. No reservations are required--just show...
Oct
12
2026
CFP Colloquium: Michael Mück: SQUID Radio Frequency Amplifiers
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM, sponsored by Center for Fundamental Physics Colloquia
Abstract: An increasing number of applications in fundamental physical and quantum research require the detection and quantitative measurement of very...
Oct
15
2026
Complex Systems Seminar: Alberto Fernandez-Nieves: TBA
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, sponsored by Physics and Astronomy Complex Systems Seminars
Abstract: TBA Alberto Fernandez-Nieves, Professor, University of Barcelona Host: Michelle Driscoll
Oct
15
2026
Condensed Matter Physics Seminar: Fernando Sols: "From Quantum Andreev-Hawking Radiation to Spontaneous Floquet States and The time Operator"
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, sponsored by Physics and Astronomy Condensed Matter Physics Seminars
After an introduction to the relevant topics, we present a continuous-time crystal based on a quantum black-hole laser, where the...
Oct
16
2026
Colloquium: Danielle Speller: TBA
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, sponsored by Physics and Astronomy Colloquia
TBA Danielle Speller, Assistant Professor, Johns Hopkins University Host: John Carrasco
Oct
19
2026
HEP Seminar: Dhong Yeon Cheong: TBA
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, sponsored by Physics and Astronomy High Energy Physics Seminars
Abstract: TBA Dhong Yeon Cheong, KICP Fellow, University of Chicago Host: Gustavo Alves
Oct
20
2026
CFP Colloquium: Nick Hutzler: TBA
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM, sponsored by Center for Fundamental Physics Colloquia
Abstract: TBA Speaker: Nuck Hutzler, Caltech Host: TBA Keywords: CFP, Physics
Oct
22
2026
Complex Systems Seminar: Andreia Sofia Teixeira: "Enriching Our Understanding of Human Behaviour through Signed Networks"
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, sponsored by Physics and Astronomy Complex Systems Seminars
Signed networks allow us to move beyond simple notions of connectivity by representing relationships as positive, negative, or potentially neutral....
Oct
22
2026
Condensed Matter Physics Seminar: Victor Henner: "Comparative Study of Dipolar Spin Dynamics and the Onset of Chaos"
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, sponsored by Physics and Astronomy Condensed Matter Physics Seminars
We investigate the spin dynamics of a dipole-coupled system by comparing a direct solution of the Schrodinger equation for quantum...
Oct
23
2026
Family Weekend at the Dearborn Observatory
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM, sponsored by Dearborn Observatory
In honor of Family Weekend, the Dearborn will hold a special open house event--no reservations are required. The session is...
Oct
24
2026
Family Weekend at the Dearborn Observatory
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM, sponsored by Dearborn Observatory
In honor of Family Weekend, the Dearborn will hold a special open house event--no reservations are required. The session is...
Oct
29
2026
Complex Systems Seminar: Shelly Zhang: "Toward Multifunctional Materials: From Design to Manufacturing"
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, sponsored by Physics and Astronomy Complex Systems Seminars
Multifunctional materials and structures that carry load, dissipate energy, and actively respond to external stimuli hold great potential for various...
Nov
6
2026
Colloquium: Shep Doeleman: TBA
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, sponsored by Physics and Astronomy Colloquia
TBA Shep Doeleman, Senior Research Fellow, Harvard University Host: Lena Murchikova
Nov
17
2026
CFP Colloquium: Mason Marshall: TBA
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM, sponsored by Center for Fundamental Physics Colloquia
Abstract: TBA Speaker: Mason Marshall, NIST Host: TBA Keywords: CFP, Physics
Nov
20
2026
Colloquium: Kathryn Zurek: TBA
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, sponsored by Physics and Astronomy Colloquia
TBA Kathryn Zurek, Professor, Caltech Host: Timothy Kovachi