The George P. and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Institute for Fundamental Physics and Astronomy builds on the interface between Astrophysics, High Energy Experiment, and High Energy Theory to advance our knowledge and understanding of the Universe. We explore the Universe from the lightest particles to its most massive structures through vibrant research programs centered on theory, observations, and experiments. We are dedicated to sharing our knowledge and the excitement of discovery through education and public outreach, conferences, workshops, and a visitors’ program. The Mitchell Institute is part of the Department of Physics and Astronomy in the College of Science at Texas A&M University.
Upcoming Events
Direct Detection of Dark Matter Far from the Weak Scale HEPEC
Speaker: Benjamin Lehmann (MIT)
Mar 28, 2024 @ 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Mitchell Institute for Fundamental Physics & Astronomy, M102
Understanding the Baryon Cycle from Parsec to Megaparsec Scales Astronomy
Speaker: Jiayi Sun (Princeton University)
Apr 2, 2024 @ 3:00pm - 4:00pm | MIST M102, Mitchell Institute for Fundamental Physics & Astronomy, College Station, Texas, 77843, Central Texas, United States
Cosmological Case Study of a Tower of Neutrino States HEPEC
Speaker: Subhajit Ghosh (University of Texas, Austin)
Apr 4, 2024 @ 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Mitchell Institute for Fundamental Physics & Astronomy, M108
Latest News
New Taiwanese Partner Joins Giant Magellan Telescope Project
News of ASIAA’s inclusion into the Giant Magellan Telescope’s international consortium was celebrated by elected officials in the United States dedicated to scientific advancements, democratic values and international partnerships. U.S. Senator of Arizona and former NASA Astronaut Mark Kelly emphasized how science collaborations can strengthen international relations. “Arizona has long been a leader in astronomy […]
Astronomers Zero In On Thermonuclear Supernova As New Source Of Dust In Early Universe
An international team of astronomers has discovered a previously unknown source of dust in the universe — a Type Ia, or thermonuclear, supernova interacting with gas from its surroundings — bringing them one step closer to understanding the circle of life and death on a cosmic level. Cosmic dust is similar to dust on Earth […]
NASA’s Webb, Hubble Telescopes Combine To Create Most Colorful View Of Universe
Astronomers once again have combined the observational powers of NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope and Hubble Space Telescope to create one of the most detailed and colorful portraits of the cosmos, just in time for the holiday season. The new image, dubbed the Christmas Tree Galaxy Cluster by the research team that includes Texas A&M […]