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Welcome to the Rutgers Department of Physics and Astronomy. Our research and education missions cover a vast extent. With our research we aim to advance knowledge about the physical world through measurement, observation, simulation, and theory. Our teaching mission is designed for the needs of non-science majors, engineering or medical students, majors planning on a career in research or indeed any student interested in how the world works!

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The 25th Henry R. and Gladys V. Irons Public Lecture in Physics and Astronomy, Celebrating Prof Eva Andrei and the 2026 Kavli Prize

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Rutgers Professor Eva Andrei, winner of the 2026 Kavli Prize

(Sept 28, 2026)

From Fundamental Nanoscience to Transforming Lives

A Symposium Celebrating Eva Andrei and the Kavli Prize

Join the Rutgers community for a special symposium celebrating Eva Andrei, recipient of the 2026 Kavli Prize in Nanoscience, and her extraordinary contributions to condensed matter physics and nanoscience.  Featuring internationally renowned scientists Naomi J Halas and Yael Hanein, the program will explore the arc from foundational discoveries in nanoscience to transformative advances in medicine and technology while recognizing Professor Andrei's scientific legacy and the distinction her Kavli Prize brings to Rutgers University.  


Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC)

6:30-7:00 PM Pre-reception
7:00-8:15 PM Talks and program
8:15-9:00 PM Reception to follow

Use this link to Register to Attend this free event.

Flyer for the event (PDF)

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