The emeritus faculty member, who worked at labs in France, the Soviet Union and Germany before joining USC in 1970, co-discovered the “Maki-Thompson effect” on electron transport in superconductors.
From the origins of the Big Bang to the composition of dark energy, dark matter and black holes, cosmologists Vera Gluscevic and Elena Pierpaoli are searching for answers.
Longtime educator Jack Feinberg came up with fun kits to ship to students so they could still do physics experiments at home. It’s in his nature.
USC mailed more than 1,000 lab kits to its college students around the world so they could still do hands-on experiments while studying remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 can’t stop a popular annual science outing run by USC physics and astronomy experts for curious and enthusiastic local teens.
Two new USC Dornsife general education courses offer students a richer, broader way to learn and to acquire diverse academic skills.
Vera Gluscevic studies the deep unknowns of space — including dark matter and dark energy — while pushing to make science more open and diverse.
Scientists at USC Dornsife determine that electrons traveling through proteins between bacteria and solid surfaces outside the cell tend to adopt a particular quantum spin. The finding that could impact future electronic technologies, including “spintronics.”
The pioneering scientist who won the Nobel Prize in 1969 is known for his creative insights into the particles that comprise the universe.
The physicist turned artist crosses disciplines — and time periods — with his work.
Nicholas Warner tackles one of the most intractable problems in physics, attempting to solve a paradox identified with his late friend Stephen Hawking.
USC Viterbi researchers use computer-based models to identify the ways that spores evade attack from chemicals and radiation.
A computer program developed by USC researchers augments work on waves that could distort the shape of the cosmos.
Alum Jason Thalken uses his head to help fighters sharpen their skills.
In 60 seconds, USC physics professor demonstrates what Sir Isaac Newton was talking about. Needless to say, don’t try this at home!
There’s a new way to play the classic board game, but you don’t have to be Stephen Hawking to understand it.
Ever wonder how the universe came into being? Or what exactly a black hole is? A physics and astronomy professor reminds us that science is not just for scientists.
USC Dornsife’s Aaron Lauda will use a fellowship to pursue his research of theoretical mathematics.
Clusters of aluminum metal atoms become superconductive at surprisingly high temperatures.
USC scientists uncover a connection that could be a huge boost to string theory.
Holocaust survivor Harriet Herta Forster was a dedicated teacher whose reputation in nuclear physics research brought worldwide recognition to USC Dornsife.
The founding director of USC’s Space Sciences Center was a teacher and mentor who helped to establish the careers of numerous scientists and engineers.
Scientists use giant laser to examine frigid droplets of liquid helium that defy intuition.
Oleg Prezhdo’s new team aims to make solar cells less expensive and more efficient at USC.