PhD in Physics- Astronomy and Astrophysics in Bethlehem United States | Lehigh University

Ongoing investigations encompass both theoretical and observational examinations of celestial bodies, including stars and planets. Key focuses in stellar astrophysics include young open star clusters, binary star systems, X-ray binary phenomena, disk formation in Be stars, and stellar pulsation patterns. Planetary research concentrates on detecting and analyzing exoplanets around luminous stars, along with the quest for extraterrestrial life. The doctoral curriculum features foundational coursework, including advanced graduate-level physics classes that establish crucial long-term scientific fundamentals, specialized subjects aligned with each student's research focus, and dissertation research. Candidates transferring from other institutions may incorporate relevant prior graduate coursework into their candidacy proposals, which outline both academic preparation and dissertation research plans. Lehigh University's Physics Department provides undergraduate astronomy (B.A.) and astrophysics (B.S.) programs, along with physics degrees at bachelor's (B.A./B.S.), master's (M.S.), and doctoral (Ph.D.) levels, plus summer undergraduate research opportunities. Research specialties span astronomy/astrophysics, atomic/molecular/optical physics, biophysics, computational physics, condensed matter physics, cosmology/general relativity/string theory, high-energy/accelerator physics, nanoscience, nonlinear optics/photonics, plasma physics, soft condensed matter/complex fluids, and statistical physics.