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Today at 11 a.m.: Designing the Quantum Future: Research, Policy, and Workforce with Gretchen Campbell
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Webinar | Designing the Quantum Future: Research, Policy, and Workforce with Gretchen Campbell
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December 17, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Congratulations to Prof. Gates, recipient of the Barry Prize and new Fellow of the American Mathematical Society and African Academy of Sciences! @umdscience.bsky.social

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December 4, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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@umdphysics.bsky.social's Maissam Barkeshli was selected by @simonsfoundation.org to participate in an international collaboration investigating emerging phenomena in #AI models ➡️ go.umd.edu/barkeshli-AI
December 3, 2025 at 10:25 PM
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The #ScienceTerps Pop-Up Shop is back! Order from a selection of T-shirts, Under Armour polos, quarter-zips, hats and more!

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October 2, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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@umdphysics.bsky.social Ph.D. student Raunak Dey designs theoretical and mathematical models to understand how viruses interact in microbial communities.

Read about Raunak's research in @joshuasweitz.bsky.social's group—and his work making science more accessible ⤵️
When Physics and Math Go Viral | College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences | University of Maryland
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October 3, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Congratulations to Jaron Shrock, recipient of the @apsphysics.bsky.social Rosenbluth Outstanding Doctoral Thesis Award! He is the fourth student of Prof. Howard Milchberg to win the Rosenbluth Award. @umdscience.bsky.social #Scienceterps umdphysics.umd.edu/about-us/new...
September 29, 2025 at 5:22 PM
On Wednesday, @politico.com is bringing together experts, including JQI Fellow Gretchen Campbell, to discuss potential quantum information science impacts on cybersecurity and how institutions can prepare. Join online at 8:30 AM ET! politico.com/live-events/... @umdscience.bsky.social
POLITICO's Policy Outlook Cybersecurity
The next technological frontier promises capabilities that far exceed supercomputers today. But cybersecurity experts warn criminals and adversarial governments could harness quantum computing and other advanced technologies to break through encryption and other defenses used to secure sensitive data. As the federal government, corporations, hospital systems and other institutions contend with persistent cyber attacks and data breaches, policymakers and executives alike must now prepare for the next wave of increasingly sophisticated threats. Join POLITICO for a policy briefing on the cybersecurity challenges posed by quantum computing and other emerging technologies, and how the U.S. and its allies are preparing to handle the risks. Program begins at 8:30 a.m. ET | Doors open at 8:00 a.m. ET | A government-issued ID will be required for entry. Union Station - Columbus Club 50 Massachusetts Ave NE Washington, D.C. 20002
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September 29, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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At Wayve, John Wyrwas (B.S. ’07, physics; B.S. ’07, electrical engineering) is driving AI innovation for next-generation #AutonomousVehicles ➡️ go.umd.edu/wyrwas

"This technology has the promise of saving lives, reducing traffic and making transportation more accessible."
Driving AI Innovation for Autonomous Vehicles | College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences | University of Maryland
As software engineering director of AI evaluation at Wayve, John Wyrwas (B.S. ’07, physics; B.S.
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September 22, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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@umdphysics.bsky.social senior Dhruv Agarwal leads a team of undergraduate students developing satellite components that could launch deep into space with upcoming NASA missions.

Their current #CubeSat project will house a custom GPS and special thermal system ➡️ go.umd.edu/CubeSat
From Lab Bench to Launch Pad | College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences | University of Maryland
Senior physics major Dhruv Agarwal leads a team of undergraduate students developing satellite components that c
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September 24, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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@umdphysics.bsky.social's Will Fox is tackling one of the biggest questions in his field: how plasmas generate magnetic fields.

His research on the universe's most abundant state of matter could help unlock fusion power and demystify cosmic phenomena ⤵️
Physicist Brings High Energy to UMD With Laser-Made Plasmas | College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences | University of Maryland
Assistant Professor Will Fox’s lab will include a laser capable of creating and colliding plasmas, the most abun
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September 10, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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"Flavor" physicist Manuel Franco Sevilla (@umdphysics.bsky.social) studies fundamental particles in high-energy proton collisions at the Large Hadron Collider at @cern.bsky.social.

Learn about the LHCb and #ParticlePhysics in tomorrow's (7/22) #RedditAMA — submit questions now: redd.it/1m5sul6
July 21, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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Two @umdphysics.bsky.social researchers discovered how to measure imaginary time.

Their study in @physrevlett.bsky.social reveals how microwave radiation interacts with imaginary time delay—insights that could improve sensing and storage devices that rely on light.
Scientists Measured a Brain-Bending Version of Time That Shouldn’t Exist
Once seen as a mathematical quirk, a new study shows that the phenomenon can be physically measured.
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July 10, 2025 at 8:50 PM
UMD Physics rated No. 19 globally in the U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Global Universities!
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June 20, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Congratulations to Prof. Mohammad Hafezi who received a Humboldt Research Award! It acknowledges his impactful research and will support a collaboration with his colleagues in Germany. jqi.umd.edu/news/hafezi-...
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Hafezi Receives Humboldt Research Award | Joint Quantum Institute
The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation has honored JQI Fellow Mohammad Hafezi for his impactful research and will support him visiting Germany to collaborate in person with colleagues there.
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June 13, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Physics explains the mysteries of the cosmos, and also the forces at work in daily life. Prof. Peter Shawhan describes the fundamentals of the hammer throw, in anticipation of Chioma Njoku's competition in the NCAA Championships. Go Chioma! @umdscience.bsky.social
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Maryland Track & Field | Chioma Njoku | Hammer Throw Science
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June 12, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Researchers have proposed a new way to quickly demonstrate the power of a #quantum computer and also check its work. Read more here: jqi.umd.edu/news/new-pro...
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New Protocol Demonstrates and Verifies Quantum Speedups in a Jiffy | Joint Quantum Institute
Researchers at JQI and the University of Maryland (UMD) have discovered a new way to quickly check the work of a quantum computer. They proposed a novel method to both demonstrate a quantum device’s p...
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June 9, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Sasha Philippov has received the 2025 Maryland Outstanding Young Scientist (OYS) award. The OYS award program was established in 1959 to recognize and celebrate extraordinary contributions of young Maryland scientists. umdphysics.umd.edu/about-us/new... @umdscience.bsky.social
June 9, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Congratulations to Chandra Turpen, who was named a University of Maryland Graduate Faculty Mentor of the Year for 2025! umdphysics.umd.edu/about-us/new...
June 9, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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Congrats to Physics Visiting Research Scientist Brenda Dingus (M.S. '86, Ph.D. '88, physics) on being elected to @nasonline.org for her pioneering work in gamma-ray astrophysics!
UMD’s Brenda Dingus Elected to National Academy of Sciences | College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences | University of Maryland
Pioneering gamma-ray astrophysicist Brenda Dingus was recognized for her transformative contributions to cosmic
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May 27, 2025 at 6:34 PM
It's #GivingDayUMD !!! 🐢🐢🐢🐢🐢Show your support for our wonderful physics students AND double your donation! An anonymous donor will match all gifts to the #UMDPhysics Scholarship and Award Fund dollar for dollar, up to $3,000. givingday.umd.edu/campaigns/ph... 👍
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March 5, 2025 at 3:54 PM