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Colloquium: April 25
Hunting long-lived particles at the CMS experiment. Dr. Daniel Diaz, UC San Diego. 11:00am in HSCI…
Student Experiments Could Lead to More Effective Preemptive Care and Treatment for Deadly Infections in Humans
CSULB Physics students in Dr. Alex Klotz's lab use Nanopore technology to examine parasite DNA to…
Nights at the Observatory
Come observe the wonders of the universe! Every Tuesday evening on the HSCI roof (weather…
How CSULB is Creating a More Inclusive Workforce
The APS Bridge Program at CSULB empowers students of diverse backgrounds in the rigorous fields of…
Meeting a Growing Need for Physics Teachers
There is a severe shortage of qualified science and math teachers nationwide, including physics…
Scholarships Support Women in STEM
With the support from a physics scholarship, Natalie was able to cut back on the number of hours…
Alex Klotz Wins 2021 Mayfield Award
Congratulations to Dr. Alex Klotz!
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Physics and Astronomy
The Department of Physics and Astronomy aims to promote the physical understanding of nature through dedicated research-based teaching, active learning, service, and innovative research at the highest level. Our majors and graduate students collaborate with faculty in experimental and theoretical research and gain hands-on experience with the latest developments in the field, opportunities that prepare them for successful careers in industry and higher education.
Recurring Events
- Colloquium - weekly
The Colloquium is a unique opportunity for students to learn about new developments in physics and what physicists do after they graduate. - Nights at the Observatory - weekly
The Physics and Astronomy telescopes are located on the roof of the Hall of Science (HSCI) and are available for use every Tuesday evening during the academic year. - PhysTEC DemoDays - monthly
Teachers from around the area come to CSULB to share some of their best demonstrations.
Special Programs
The following programs are available to CSULB students:
- APS Bridge Program aims at enhancing diversity in physics graduate education.
- Keck Energy and Materials Research Program (KEMP) is an interdisciplinary materials science degree option.
- Physics Teacher Education Coalition (PhysTEC) addresses the shortage of qualified teachers of physics and physical sciences in the U.S.
