PhD in Physics- Computational Physics in Bethlehem United States | Lehigh University

Lehigh University's physics research spans numerous cutting-edge fields, utilizing advanced computing to tackle complex computational challenges. Department researchers apply various computational techniques to simulate intricate many-body systems in condensed matter and quantum physics, identify variable signals in extensive astronomical datasets, and model biological systems through molecular dynamics, statistical approaches, and continuum methods. This includes large-scale data processing in high energy and nuclear physics, along with pioneering atomic force microscopy using reinforcement learning. Computational work occurs both at campus-based high-performance facilities and national research centers. The Ph D curriculum features foundational courses, including advanced graduate-level classes that establish comprehensive physics knowledge, specialized coursework aligned with each student's research focus, and dissertation research. Candidates with prior graduate coursework may incorporate relevant external classes into their candidacy proposal, encompassing both academic preparation and dissertation plans. Lehigh's Physics Department provides undergraduate degrees in astronomy (B.A.) and astrophysics (B.S.), along with B.A., B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. programs in physics, plus summer undergraduate research opportunities. Research specialties encompass astronomy/astrophysics, AMO physics, biophysics, computational physics, condensed matter, relativity/cosmology/string theory, high-energy physics, nanoscience, nonlinear optics/photonics, plasma physics, soft condensed matter/complex fluids, and statistical physics.