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Yale Physics enables exploration of the physical Universe we live in, prepares future scientists through academic and professional training, and fosters a community of collaboration at Yale and in the world.

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The Yale Department of Physics offers studies in a wide range of fields and encourages cross-disciplinary studies between various Yale departments as well. The Department has a diverse faculty pool with the majority of professors having their primary appointment in the Physics Department. The specific interests of the Department’s faculty members fall into several areas of research.

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In Memoriam: Kenzo Sato (1929-2026)

September 25, 2026

In Memoriam: Kenzo Sato (1929-2026), who served as chief engineer for the Yale “Emperor” tandem van de Graff Accelerator (MP-1) at WNSL.
Roaming black holes may tell the hidden history of galaxies

September 23, 2026

A study from a Yale-led research team suggests that some of the most interesting black holes in the universe are the ones that have “wandered” away.
Wright Lab hosts international DUNE technical workshop in new Wright Lab Exploration Wing

September 21, 2026

This workshop was a milestone in Yale’s effort to prepare for the assembly of critical detector components for DUNE.