Missouri State University - Physics, Astronomy & Materials Science Dept.

Missouri State University - Physics, Astronomy & Materials Science Dept. MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY - DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS, ASTRONOMY & MATERIALS SCIENCE We offer a wide range of courses, from introductory level to advanced.

The Physics, Astronomy, and Materials Science Department is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service in each of our disciplines, which allows us to provide the best possible learning environment for our undergraduate and graduate students. Our faculty members are deeply involved in research activities that include neural networks, the scholarship of teaching (instead, perhaps “me

thodology of physics education”), the astrophysics of pulsating stars, energy, and the fabrication and development of nanotechnology devices. Department members provide community service at the local, regional, and national levels.

04/29/2026

Have you heard of a planet in the 'Neptune desert' ?

Check out the latest Astro Brief with Dr. Reed to find out more!

Want to learn more about the cosmos? Consider enrolling in one of our introductory astronomy classes in Fall 2026:AST 11...
04/27/2026

Want to learn more about the cosmos? Consider enrolling in one of our introductory astronomy classes in Fall 2026:
AST 112 Life in the Universe
AST 113 Modern Astronomy
AST 115 Basic Astronomy

Check out the Provost’s Expressions blog about Lana Janson, who will be one of the student speakers at this spring’s com...
04/21/2026

Check out the Provost’s Expressions blog about Lana Janson, who will be one of the student speakers at this spring’s commencement:

Meet the Bear Grads who will speak at Missouri State Commencement ceremonies on May 8.

Due to the weather, the Public Viewing Night will NOT be rescheduled for tonight, Saturday April 11th.
04/11/2026

Due to the weather, the Public Viewing Night will NOT be rescheduled for tonight, Saturday April 11th.

Due to weather and cloudy skies tonight, our public viewing night at The Baker Observatory has been cancelled for April 10th. We will make another announcement if the viewing night is rescheduled to tomorrow, April 11th.

Due to weather and cloudy skies tonight, our public viewing night at The Baker Observatory has been cancelled for April ...
04/10/2026

Due to weather and cloudy skies tonight, our public viewing night at The Baker Observatory has been cancelled for April 10th. We will make another announcement if the viewing night is rescheduled to tomorrow, April 11th.

You are invited to our FREE event, a night of viewing stars, planets, and other celestial objects.Join us at Baker Obser...
04/09/2026

You are invited to our FREE event, a night of viewing stars, planets, and other celestial objects.

Join us at Baker Observatory on April 10th from 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm!

In case of any cancellation or general updates follow our social medias and keep updated on our website!

https://physics.missouristate.edu/public-observing-night.htm

New Fall Astronomy Course!! - AST 112: Life in the UniverseWant to explore the elements of the universe, building blocks...
04/01/2026

New Fall Astronomy Course!! - AST 112: Life in the Universe
Want to explore the elements of the universe, building blocks of life, favorable life conditions, exoplanet discoveries, and how discovering aliens would affect society?

Register for AST 112: Life in the Universe!
- 3 Credit Hours
- Offered Online Only
- Professor: Dr. Mike Reed

To all of our friends of PAMS: Today is MSU’s Giving Day! This year, Giving Day begins Mar. 24, 10 a.m. CST - Mar. 25, ...
03/24/2026

To all of our friends of PAMS:

Today is MSU’s Giving Day! This year, Giving Day begins Mar. 24, 10 a.m. CST - Mar. 25, 10 p.m. CST.

Donations can be made online at https://givingday.missouristate.edu/giving-day/110146/donate
Your contributions to the department are highly appreciated.

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Want to explore Astronomy and Astrophysics at Missouri State University? See our flyer for access to more information ab...
03/02/2026

Want to explore Astronomy and Astrophysics at Missouri State University?

See our flyer for access to more information about admission to the program!!

PAMS OS is now partnered with SAO STARS program. The program's main goal is to give every rural student in America the o...
02/24/2026

PAMS OS is now partnered with SAO STARS program. The program's main goal is to give every rural student in America the opportunity to build a connection with astronomy and STEM by donating a telescope to their schools.

In preparation for a future rollout of the program in Missouri, PAMS OS will be hosting several workshops at Baker Observatory for teachers.

Dates:
- February 28th at 5:30 pm
- April 4th at 12:00 pm
- April 25th at 7:30 pm

Address

901 S National Avenue/Kemper Hall, Room 101
Springfield, MO
65897

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14178365131

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