2025 Spring Faculty News

Professor Pascucci's research is directed towards understanding how planets form and evolve and how common are planetary systems like our own Solar System.

Klein studies fundamental plasma phenomena that governs the dynamics of systems within our heliosphere as well as more distant astrophysical bodies.

Professor Rieke is the Science Team Lead for the Mid-Infrared Instrument on the James Webb Space Telescope.

Andrews-Hanna's research focuses on understanding the processes acting on the surfaces and interiors of the solid-surface planets and moons in our Solar System.

Jessica Barnes' research focuses on understanding the origin and evolution of volatiles in the Solar System.

Carter’s research interests include volcanism and impact cratering on the terrestrial planets and the Moon.

Steve's research focuses on science education, with an emphasis on developing and exploring techniques for teaching astronomy to students who are blind.

Robinson uses radiative transfer and climate tools to study the atmospheres of Solar System worlds, exoplanets, and brown dwarfs.

The Parker Solar Probe team was honored with the 2024 Robert J. Collier Trophy by the National Aeronautic Association. This annual award recognizes the most exceptional achievement in aeronautics and astronautics in America with respect to improving the performance, efficiency, and safety of air or space vehicles in the