Department of Physics
Physicists ask the most fundamental questions about science. Why are we here? What are we made of?
Physicists at New Mexico Tech are specifically fascinated by phenomena in the Earth's atmosphere and in deep space.
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Active Research Groups:
Affilitated Institutions:
Langmuir Laboratory for Atmospheric Research
National Radio Astronomy Observatory
Upcoming Events:
Welcome Back Breakfast
Date: August 29th 2025
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Location: Workman 3rd Floor
Whether you're a returning student or new to the department, this is a great opportunity to catch up, ask questions, and start the semester off with some positive energy!
We hope to see you there!
Thursday Department Seminars
Time: 4 pm
Location: Workman 101
The first seminar for the Fall 2025 semester will be an internal seminar for Tech Physics graduate students on September 4, presented by Prof. Michelle Creech-Eakman. Stay tuned for a more complete schedule.
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Current News Around our Department
This video provides a glimpse of what it's like to be a student in the Physics Department at New Mexico Tech. It was created by Physics PhD student Daniel Jensen.
