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Study a DPhil or Quantum MSc at Oxford Physics! Access state-of-the-art facilities and global research links like CERN and Harwell.  Join our world-leading community, find out more: physics.ox.ac.uk/study/postg…
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Physicists from @PhysicsOxford & Wuhan University have unlocked a breakthrough for solar energy! Bismuth sulfide sidesteps the trade-off between absorbing light and retaining energy, cutting charge loss by 75% @Nature 🔬 Read the article in full:  physics.ox.ac.uk/news/semico…
A section of a larger image - Non-contact optical probes of semiconductor performance. Credit: Laura Herz

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Huge congratulations to Francis Halzen on the Nobel Prize in Physics! As an @uw_icecube collaborator from the start, Prof. Subir Sarkar shares his delight at this visionary recognition of high-energy neutrino research. More: physics.ox.ac.uk/news/commen… @UniofOxford @NobelPrize
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🎙️NEW podcast - Learn how Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin discovered what stars are made of on The English Heritage Podcast. Featuring pioneering astrophysicist Professor Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell on diversity. Listen at open.spotify.com/show/6z3JSB… @englishheritage @amyfmatthews
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In the Department of Physics, our researchers are uncovering the secrets of the universe - from quantum systems to the origins of galaxies. Join our DPhil programmes and help expand the frontiers of discovery: ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate… #Oxford #Physics #PhD #Research #Innovation
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🎬NEW- Three videos from the talks hosted earlier at the Afternoon of Astrophysics on October 3rd, including the Q&A session,  are now available to watch via our YouTube channel, link in bio or visit youtube.com/channel/UCYwVpRH…
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Applications for postgraduate study are open across MPLS – watch our video to explore postgraduate research at Oxford, including Physics: youtu.be/BzvQF6MTDn8    #Oxford #DPhil #PhD #Postgraduate #Research #ScienceForTheFuture
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When sharing her closing remarks at the Physics Oxford & Cambridge Club alumni event last week, Prof Palladino invited all to look into 'Dancing Dark Matter' if-oxford.com/event/dancing-… taking place this Thursday 29 October, part of the IF Oxford Science and Ideas Festival @Oxford_IF
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Postcards from the Department - The Clarendon Lab meets the Beecroft Building.
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Following on our post last week, a reminder to come join us *tonight* from 6:30pm outside the Martin Wood Complex (Clarendon Laboratory, Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PU).  Visit the event page on our website via link in bio or physics.ox.ac.uk/index%2Ephp…  See you later! 🔭🌔
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Oxford spin-out Quantum Fabrix secured £6.8M in government funding to advance quantum networking hardware and scale its SrROCK programme, developing atomic source tech for data centre and space uses. physics.ox.ac.uk/news/physic…
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Prof Michael Johnston has won the IRMMW-THz Kenneth J Button Award 2027 for his pioneering work on THz nanodevices and non-contact semiconductor probes. Learn more: physics.ox.ac.uk/news/profes…
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During CERN's Long Shutdown 3, Oxford VC Prof Irene Tracey toured the site to see Oxford Physics in action - from LHCb and ATLAS upgrades to JAI accelerator work, preparing the High-Luminosity LHC. Read more: physics.ox.ac.uk/news/celebr…
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How will AI reshape climate risk? Listen to Jason Mitchell (@thisismangroup) & Prof @PhilipStier discuss AI's role in climate modelling and pricing risk on Man Group's 'A sustainable future' podcast. Listen here: Apple: apple.co/43bosmJ Spotify: bit.ly/41KKhe6
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The Savilian Chair of Astronomy has a 400+ year legacy, from Sir Christopher Wren to black hole physics. We spoke with recent holder Prof. Steven Balbus FRS about its history, Oxford’s unique environment, and the future of astrophysics. More: physics.ox.ac.uk/news/savili…
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Ignite your passion for physics! ⚡ The Department of Physics now offers termly online taster sessions for Year 10–12 students. Discover degree-level physics, tackle interactive quizzes & master key problem-solving techniques. Learn more: physics.ox.ac.uk/news/lighti…
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Join Oxford planetary scientists for International Observe the Moon Night 26 Oct outside the Martin Wood Complex! 🌕 Expect telescopes, hands-on activities, and Moon Q&As. 🆓 Drop-in (no booking needed) ☁️ Check weather before traveling and more info here physics.ox.ac.uk/events/inte…
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Discover how Oxford turned into a global physics powerhouse. Join author Timothy Baker for a talk on his new book, 'Oxford Physics and the modern world'. Includes a drinks reception and book signing. Free, advance booking required. Register now: physics.ox.ac.uk/events/oxfo…
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Physicists at the University of Oxford have entangled strontium and calcium atoms across two remote locations using a quantum network. By transferring the state to calcium, they preserved the multi-atom entanglement for over 10 seconds. More: physics.ox.ac.uk/news/quantu…
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Celebration of Oxford Physics alumna Dr. Jean Chu! 🌟 From being 1 of 6 women physics students at Oxford to Stanford Admissions Dean, her 2014 visit inspired our Oxford Women in Physics group—now thriving as the Oxford Physics Gender Equity Network! ⚛️ #WomenInTech
Alumna Jean Chu (right on the image) visited the Department of Physics in 2014, and met students and members of the newly formed ‘Oxford women in Physics’ group, started and led by DPhil student Jena Meinecke (now Dr!, wearing the group’s t-shirt), with the participation of other women.

ALT Alumna Jean Chu (right on the image) visited the Department of Physics in 2014, and met students and members of the newly formed ‘Oxford women in Physics’ group, started and led by DPhil student Jena Meinecke (now Dr!, wearing the group’s t-shirt), with the participation of other women.

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