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Solar Systems Science at LPL

Welcome to the Lunar and Planetary Laboratory

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Hold the Date

11 a.m. – Noon, June 26, 2025

Final Ph.D. Defense: Samuel Myers

All Day, July 4, 2025

Independence Day observed - no classes

All Day, July 14 – 18, 2025

July 14-18: 87th Annual Meeting of the Meteoritical Society

Academic Programs at LPL

Interdisciplinary coursework, access to world-class instruments and laboratories, and diverse research opportunities.

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Graduate Program

LPL offers multidisciplinary programs leading to the Doctor of Philosophy degree with a major in Planetary Sciences. The department also administers graduate minors in both Planetary Sciences and Astrobiology.

Undergraduate Minors

The Department of Planetary Sciences offers undergraduate minors in Planetary Sciences, Astrobiology, and Astronomy Studies.

Planetary Geosciences Major

The Planetary Geoscience major establishes core knowledge and skills through a set of geoscience courses; advances through upper-level planetary science classes; and culminates in a capstone research or field experience.

Research Focus Areas

Pursuing interdisciplinary research spanning the breadth and depth of planetary science.

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Spacecraft Missions and Instrumentation

Exploring the Universe as investigators on spacecraft mission and instrumentation teams.

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What's happening at LPL

The latest news and stories from the Lunar and Planetary Laboratory.

James Webb Telescope Reveals Planet-Forming Disks Can Last Longer Than Previously Thought

OSIRIS-REx, 1 Year Later: Asteroid Sample Continues to Provide Clues About Early Solar System and Origins of Life on Earth

University of Arizona Professors Develop Astronomy Curriculum Materials to Aid Visually Impaired Students

Public Education and Outreach

Faculty, staff, and students engage with diverse communities.

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