Happy World Quantum Day!
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Our computer science, physics and mathematics graduate programs ranked in the top 25 on the @usnews.com 2027 Best Graduate Schools list!

See the 11 top-25 ranked graduate programs and specialties in our college—and read the full announcement: go.umd.edu/grad-rankings-26

March 4, 2026 is UMD Giving Day

Support UMD Physics on Giving Day!!
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The #ScienceTerps Pop-Up Shop is back! Order from a new selection of T-shirts, joggers, polos and more! Open until March 15: go.umd.edu/cmns-shop

In addition to CMNS apparel, some of our departments (Computer Science, @umdgeology.bsky.social, Mathematics, @umdphysics.bsky.social) have merch too!

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At CMNS, pioneers, scholars and innovators learn, collaborate and innovate to build a better future.

Get to know our college and see how we deliver on our mission of discovering and sharing scientific knowledge and educating and supporting students ⤵️

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Studying physics at #UMD led Nathan Frohna (B.S. '22,
@umdphysics.bsky.social; MQF '25, quantitative finance) to an unexpected opportunity in finance at Morgan Stanley.

Read how Nathan's physics degree opened doors he "didn't expect" ➡️ go.umd.edu/frohna

Webinar | Designing the Quantum Future: Research, Policy, and Workforce with Gretchen Campbell YouTube video by Qblox

Today at 11 a.m.: Designing the Quantum Future: Research, Policy, and Workforce with Gretchen Campbell
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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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@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

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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!

Open until October 13: umdcmnsfall25.itemorder.com

When Physics and Math Go Viral | College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences | University of Maryland Physics Ph.D.

@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 ⤵️

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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...

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

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

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.

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."

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

@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

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

@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 ⤵️

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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

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.

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.

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UMD Physics rated No. 19 globally in the U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Global Universities!
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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.

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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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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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...

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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Sasha Philippov

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

Xiechen Zheng, Kellen O'Brien, Stephanie Williams, Chandra Turpen, Yan Li, Patrick Banner and Donna Hammer at the awards ceremony.

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...

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

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!

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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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