Weinberg Institute for Theoretical Physics
Researching at the intersection of astrophysics, cosmology, gravitational physics and high-energy physics.
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Center for Gravitational Physics
With research that aims to unravel the mystery of strong-field gravity in our universe, the center sparks new ideas and collaborations in gravitational research.
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Texas Center for Cosmology and Astroparticle Physics
The center brings together researchers from the departments of Physics and Astronomy to facilitate interdisciplinary research in cosmology and astroparticle physics.
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Theory Group
With scientists pursuing a deeper understanding of a variety of challenges facing theoretical physics, the Theory Group explores topics ranging from understanding quantum mechanics and gravity in cosmology to particle physics phenomenology.
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Postcards from the Field: First Light for a New High-Desert Telescope
Scientists at the Simons Observatory in Chile, including Katie Freese and Nick Galitzki, probe the cosmic microwave background for clues about the history of the early universe.