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Scientists Find First Evidence of Gravitational Waves at Extremely Low Frequencies
UMD astronomer Elizabeth Ferrara was part of a 15-year collaboration that used radio telescopes to tune into the hum of the cosmos.
Astronomers Discover Supernova Explosion Through Rare ‘Cosmic Magnifying Glasses’
Researchers gain insight into how the universe is expanding thanks to gravitational lensing, a natural phenomenon that warps space around galaxies and visually magnifies celestial objects.
New Study Finds Unique Structure of the ‘BOAT’—Brightest Gamma-ray Burst of All Time
UMD astronomer Brendan O’Connor led this research, which could explain why these ‘rare cosmic fireworks’ could be viewed for months.
DeOndre Kittrell Accepted to Graduate School
Congratulations to the College's May 2023 Graduates!
More than 1500 students from our college were set to graduate in May 2023.
UMD Astronomer Leads Study that Finds Water, and a New Mystery, in Rare Main Belt Comet
Research scientist Michael Kelley offered a theory that could explain Comet 238P/Read’s conspicuous lack of carbon dioxide.
Researchers Measure the Light Emitted by a Sub-Neptune Planet’s Atmosphere for the First Time
UMD astronomer Eliza Kempton says exoplanet GJ 1214b is too hot to be habitable but likely contains water vapor.
Eighteen Science Terps Awarded 2023 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships
The college’s 18 awardees include seven current graduate students, three current undergraduates and eight recent alums.
Join Our College for Maryland Day on Saturday, April 29
The College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences will host 39 events.
Cool Science Courses to Take This Fall at UMD
Ten unique CMNS classes will help undergraduates fulfill general education credits.
Veselin Kostov Selected as CRESST II Scientist of the Month
Rehearsals, Recitals and Research
UMD Society of Physics Students president Delina Levine talks about the three passions in her life—astronomy, music and physics—and how they influence her efforts in research and leadership.