Research
Astronomy
The astronomy group is actively involved in two areas: extrasolar planets and comet science. Research in comet science involves the analysis of ground-based and flyby data from recent comet missions and observing campaigns. Extrasolar planet research involves searches for new planets using radial velocity, transits and direct imaging as well as the characterization of the host stars.
Atomic, Molecular, Optical and Plasma Physics
In atomic and molecular physics, we are involved in a large interdisciplinary project for the development of optical-, imaging- and laser-based techniques and instrumentation systems to address pressing environmental problems. The project includes applications of spectroscopy to the real-time quantitative measurements of species concentration and location.
Computational Physics
Mississippi State University has an extremely active group in computational physics.
Condensed Matter Physics
Condensed matter physics deals with the physical properties of condensed phases of matter.
Nuclear Physics
View our research in nuclear structure, nucleon structure, fundamental symmetries, and precision tests of the standard model.