Purdue Physics and Astronomy

09/08/2026

New 3D maps created by Vandana Ramakrishnan, Ashley Ortiz and Kyoung-Soo Lee reveal young cosmic structures from more than 11 billion years ago, including an exceptionally rare proto-supercluster about 5,000 times the mass of the Milky Way.

Read the story: https://www.physics.purdue.edu/news/2026/purdue-astronomers-uncover-massive-structures-in-the-young-universe.html

An international team of astronomers has discovered the most distant galaxy supercluster progenitor ever observed. The discovery supports existing theories of how galaxy clusters evolve, and reveals how they are connected to the larger cosmic web. The study relies largely on data from the ODIN surve...

09/06/2026

Two Purdue University AI research projects have been selected among the first U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Genesis Mission awards — and both are led by Purdue Science faculty.
From using AI to accelerate discovery in particle physics to advancing trustworthy AI for scientific research, our faculty are helping shape the future of science and discovery.
Learn more here: https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/2026/Q3/2-purdue-ai-research-projects-selected-among-the-first-genesis-mission-awards/

09/03/2026

Interested in Quantum Science? QSTEP is a program for upper undergrads looking to pursue quantum science.

Want to learn more?
Scan the QR code or visit: https://bit.ly/4gBwMDU

Register by September 7th.

08/27/2026

Your support makes stories like this possible! You can be a Boilermaker hero for students like Cayden by giving today at https://purdue.university/4wvb0Za

08/26/2026

✔️BGR complete!
Thousands of new boilermakers began their journey in West Lafayette and Indianapolis last week. Check out pics from their journey at the Boiler Gold Rush New Student Orientations here: https://purduesci.com/3UiKzb6

08/21/2026

Welcome to Purdue, PhysAstro Boilermakers!

Physics and Astronomy was out on Memorial Mall today welcoming the newest members of the Purdue College of Science during New Student Orientation! 🔭✨

We’re glad you’re here. Boiler Up! 🚂

08/21/2026

The stars are out over Purdue! 🌟🔭 A beautiful night on campus.

There’s nothing quite like seeing the night sky from a Boilermaker point of view. 🚂✨

08/19/2026

Purdue University is part of a national pilot initiative advancing the future of doctoral education. Through the University-Industry Demonstration Partnership’s (UIDP) Industry-Integrated PhD (I-PhD) Scholars Program, Purdue is helping connect PhD education with industry experience and career pathways. The program is supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation’s Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships. Learn more: https://purduesci.com/45B2Cf2

08/19/2026

Among the first in the nation, AI-focused coursework at Purdue Science is designed to strengthen critical thinking, promote responsible AI use, and equip students with workforce-ready skills. Learn more: https://purduesci.com/45FYlXJ