The Department of Physics and Astronomy integrates traditional physics discipline and modern astronomy research directions, forming a distinctive interdisciplinary teaching and research system.
In terms of physics, it covers condensed matter physics, quantum basic theory, applied physical technology and other directions; in the field of astronomy, it carries out cosmic celestial body operation law research, astronomical phenomenon observation data analysis and deep space exploration related theoretical research.
The department shares high-precision physical experiment equipment and astronomical observation auxiliary resources, and carries out joint academic research with domestic and foreign astronomical observatories and physical frontier research institutions. It cultivates academic research talents for basic physical research and cosmic astronomy exploration fields.
Department of Physics and Astronomy Website(https://physics.unc.edu/)
