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As a department, we conduct research in astronomy and astrophysics, atomic and molecular physics, quantum optics, condensed matter physics, high energy physics, nuclear physics and many other fields that are central to the mission of our department and Texas A&M. We share a common passion for physics and astronomy and are committed to transferring our knowledge and skills to young scholars.

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Artist’s rendering of the enclosure for the Giant Magellan Telescope, set for commissioning in the 2030s as the world’s most powerful optical telescope

Texas A&M joins its fellow founding partners in welcoming Northwestern to the global project as it expands to 15 international research universities representing seven countries: Australia, Brazil, Chile, Israel, South Korea, Taiwan and the U.S.

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J. Kevin Bean ’74 reflects on his transformative college experience and establishes a scholarship to support aspiring mathematicians from Ellis County.

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Congratulations to Arts and Sciences graduates Dr. Austin Baty '13, Maj. Brawnlyn Patterson '13 and Bailey Relford '16 — new members of the Texas A&M University 12 Under 12 Young Alumni Spotlight recognizing Aggies who have graduated within the past 12 years and are leading by example in both business and service.

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