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A foot kicking a football being held by a finger.

(Feb. 4, 2026)

The Science Behind Super Bowl Sunday

Ever wonder why a perfect spiral flies farther or if laces out really matters? Breaking down the surprising science behind football's biggest plays just in time for the Big Game.

Image of a supernova remnant.

(Dec. 23, 2025)

Failed Supernova, Cosmic Fireworks

Syracuse University researcher shows that a supernova sputtered instead of detonating, leaving behind a rare, firework-shaped remnant known as Pa 30.

(Dec. 18, 2025)

Faculty and Staff Highlights December 2025

Read about the latest faculty additions, awards and news highlights from faculty in the Department of Physics.

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(Dec. 17, 2025)

Student Highlights December 2025

Read about the latest thesis defenses, awards and news highlights from students in the Department of Physics.

Machine loaded down air shaft

(Dec. 16, 2025)

A Letter from the Chair: 2025 in Review

From construction projects to new degrees, here's what's been happening in Physics

(Dec. 16, 2025)

Alumni Updates: December 2025

Alumni Updates: December 2025

(Dec. 16, 2025)

In Memoriam: Professor A.P. Balachandran

Professor A.P. Balachandran

Cake with 150914 10 years written on it.

(Dec. 15, 2025)

A Decade of Discovery

The Department of Physics celebrates 10 years of gravitational waves.