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Innovative research on ferrimagnetic materials earns over $2.5M in funding to advance communication technologies
Two grants awarded to faculty in the Department of Physics will support research on ferrimagnetic materials and their potential applications in advancing communication technologies.
February 27, 2025Research
Physics research team makes new progress on renewable energy project in Botswana
Supported by a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant, researchers from USF’s College of Arts and Sciences Department of Physics have been engaged in a multi-year project to develop a portable, renewable energy source specifically designed for the needs of rural African communities.
July 30, 2024Research
Department of Physics professor leads study on novel structure spintronic devices
Dr. Xiaomei Jiang, associate professor in the Department of Physics, is a dedicated researcher in the field of spintronics. Spintronics is the study and use of the spin of electrons and holes to create faster and more efficient electronic devices. The goal of spintronic devices is to harness and manipulate electron spin to enhance data computing performance compared to conventional electronics.
April 30, 2024Research
25 years later, astronomy professor gets second chance to witness total solar eclipse
Astronomy Professor of Instruction Kevin MacKay was determined to make his upcoming road trip better than the one in 1999 when he took a group of students to England to see a total solar eclipse. Moments before the big event, clouds rolled in, obstructing their view. Although it was a great experience, he always wanted to try it again.
April 2, 2024Department News
Physics research team brings portable renewable energy source to rural sub-Saharan Africa
Under a National Science Foundation (NSF) supported grant, a team of researchers from the USF College of Arts and Sciences Department of Physics have been engaged in a multi-year research project to develop a portable renewable energy source for people living in rural sub-Sahara Africa.
August 31, 2023Research
Dr. Sarath Witanachchi elected Senior Member of the National Academy of Inventors
Dr. Sarath Witanachchi, USF College of Arts and Sciences Department of Physics chair and professor, is one of five USF faculty members who have been named by the National Academy of Inventors (NAI) to its new class of 2023 Senior Members.
March 10, 2023Honors and Awards
What is quantum entanglement? A physicist explains the science of Einstein’s ‘spooky action at a distance’
Associate Professor of Physics, Andreas Muller recently published an article in The Conversation.
October 6, 2022Research
Improving the Human Condition
The mission of the Physics Department at USF is to apply physics to improve the human condition in areas as diverse as communications, health, and the global environment. The emphasis of their programs is on relevance, impact and excellence.
September 1, 2022Department News