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
Formulating the Weak Gravity Conjecture in AdS Space High Energy Theory
Speaker: Alessandro Mininno (University of Wisconsin-Madison)
Dec 1, 2025 @ 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Mitchell Institute for Fundamental Physics & Astronomy, Seminar Room: M102
Long-lived ALPs from Electromagnetic Cascades HEPEC
Speaker: Samuel Patrone (California Institute of Technology)
Dec 4, 2025 @ 11:30am - 12:30pm | Mitchell Institute for Fundamental Physics & Astronomy
Searching for Dark Matter Annihilation and Decay with Cosmological Simulations: From Dwarf Galaxies to the Cosmic Web HEPEC
Speaker: Evan Vienneau
Dec 4, 2025 @ 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Mitchell Institute for Fundamental Physics & Astronomy, Seminar Room: M108
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Texas A&M Advances Giant Magellan Telescope Project as NSF Greenlights Final Design
The Giant Magellan Telescope (GMT) has officially entered its final design phase, marking a pivotal milestone in the construction of one of the most powerful ground-based telescopes in history. The National Science Foundation (NSF) recently approved the project’s progression, unlocking potential federal support that brings the telescope one step closer to “first light.” This milestone […]
STAR POWER: WoodNext Foundation Funding Fuels Texas A&M Research At The Forefront Of Nuclear Astrophysics
“Our nuclear data feed into astrophysical models, but we need to be able to test the results of these models against reality,” Adsley added. “The observational work done by members of the astronomy group in the Department of Physics and Astronomy here at Texas A&M is vital in helping us understand the impact of our […]
A Stellar Award For Texas A&M Astronomy Student
“She has enthusiastically supported me ever since I started my Ph.D. and provided me with countless opportunities to collect data from observatories and collaborate with researchers around the world, including Dr. Terese Hansen, a former Texas A&M postdoc, whom I also consider a mentor,” he said. Admiration is mutual. “As an undergraduate, John began […]