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Stories tagged with: Department of Physics and Astronomy

David Drabold
Faculty Experts

Bridging the atomic and real worlds: Dr. David Drabold’s new study transforms thermal modeling

The work presents a breakthrough framework that connects atomic-scale physics directly to real-world device performance, an enduring challenge in materials science. 

Luke Davenport
Student Success

OHIO student receives national attention for cutting-edge research

Luke Davenport, an undergraduate researcher at the Nanoscale and Quantum Phenomena Institute (NQPI) at 91Ô­´´, led the research project.

Several faculty awards are displayed on a table, including awards for Pamela Kaylor, Sarah Wyatt and Adam Rapp
Faculty Excellence

OHIO honors faculty for outstanding teaching, research, commitment to student success

The 2026 Faculty Recognition and Awards Ceremony celebrated the winners of numerous prestigious awards including the Presidential Teacher Award, Provost’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and University Professor Award.

Spring 2026
Rankings

Several graduate programs named among the top 100 in nation in 2026 U.S. News and World Report rankings

U.S. News and World Report has ranked numerous 91Ô­´´ graduate programs within the College of Business and the College of Health Sciences and Professions among the top 100 in the nation.

Alexander (Sasha) Govorov
Faculty excellence

NQPI Faculty Spotlight: Professor Alexander (Sasha) Govorov as a Fulbright Scholar at UTT

Professor Alexander (Sasha) Govorov, Distinguished Professor of Physics at 91Ô­´´ and a longstanding member of NQPI, is currently visiting the Université de Technologie de Troyes (UTT), France, as a Fulbright Scholar.

An aerial image of 91Ô­´´ and Athens, Ohio  in the Fall
Career Opportunities

91Ô­´´ advances semiconductor workforce training through equipment donated by Intel

91Ô­´´ has strengthened its efforts to prepare students for careers in Ohio's growing semiconductor and advanced manufacturing sectors with the addition of equipment donated Intel Corporation.

Science Cafe - The Strong Force Awakens: A Neutron Star Story - Wednesday, Nov. 12, 5 p.m., Baker Center Front Room, Free Coffee First 50 People
OHIO Events

Science Café to focus on ‘The Strong Force Awakens: A Neutron Star Story’ on Nov. 12

91Ô­´´ Assistant Professor of Physics Christian Drischler will lead the next Science Café presentation on Wednesday, Nov. 12.

Campus beauty Hocking River 2024
Research Excellence

OHIO faculty named as Presidential Research Scholars

91Ô­´´ has named four faculty members as the 2025-26 Presidential Research Scholars. This year’s award winners are Hee-Jong Seo, Saw Wai Hla, Jim Montgomery and Julie Suhr.

Julie Roche, 91Ô­´´
Faculty awards

Julie Roche named 2025 Fellow of the American Physical Society

Julie Roche, professor of physics at 91Ô­´´, has been named a 2025 Fellow of the American Physical Society (APS), one of the highest honors in the field of physics.

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Awards

OHIO students, faculty and alumni to participate in cultural exchange after being selected for prestigious awards

Fourteen members of the 91Ô­´´ community have been awarded prestigious fellowships through programs like Fulbright, CLS, and Princeton in Asia, supporting international education and cultural exchange. These awards enable recipients to pursue research, teaching, and diplomatic engagement abroad.

Participants in the Frontiers in Nuclear Astrophysics Meeting stand together for a photo outside on the 91Ô­´´ campus
Research Excellence

OHIO hosts international events focused on nuclear physics, astrophysics research

91Ô­´´ hosted graduate students, professors and research scientists in nuclear physics and astrophysics from around the world in May for two important events.

Dr. Roberta Milliken congratulates Dr. Michael Koop
Faculty Excellence

91Ô­´´ Regional Higher Education faculty honored for outstanding achievements

91Ô­´´ proudly announces the recognition of four outstanding faculty members from its regional campuses for their exceptional contributions to teaching, scholarly activity and service.

HTC students Emily Meckler (right) and Tristan Rieman (left)
University Community

Full circle: OHIO’s Science Olympiad revival

Two HTC students brought their Science Olympiad experiences to college, hosting OHIO’s first Science Olympiad Invitational in 30 years.

southeast Asian scientist Saw Wai Hla leans on a railing in front of a warm wood backdrop; he has dark hear and wears a black sport coat and glasses
Emerging Technology

X-Ray Visionary

OHIO researcher Saw Wai Hla’s groundbreaking discovery

The finalists and judges from the 2025 3MT competition
Student Success

OHIO announces winners of Three Minute Thesis competition

This year, 32 students took part in the semifinal competitions, and then eight students advanced to the finals in late February.

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