Seminars

Seminars occur on Wednesdays from 12:00-1:00 PM Pacific in ISB 130 with a hybrid option over Zoom unless otherwise posted. To join the mailing list, please contact Prof. Christopher Smallwood at christopher.smallwood@sjsu.edu with the words "Seminars and Events" included in the subject heading.

This Week

Introduction to SJSU Faculty Research
Various, San José State University
Wednesday, 8/27/2025, 12:00-1:00pm Pacific

Abstract: Have you ever wondered what physics professors do when they're not in the classroom? Would you like to get involved with research? Then come to the next department seminar! Professors will introduce their research programs, give an update on their research, and discuss research projects that you can participate in – whether you're an undergraduate, a graduate student, or even someone visiting from the outside community:

Dr. Curtis Asplund:  Quantum Complexity and High Energy Theory
Dr. Kassahun Betre: High Energy Theory
Dr. Ehsan Khatami: Condensed Matter Theory
Dr. Gina Quan: Physics Education Research
Dr. Christopher Smallwood: Experimental Optics
Dr. Aaron Romanowsky: Astrophysics
Dr. Cassandra Paul: Physics Education Research
Dr. Liam Stanton: Mathematical Modeling in Physics and Biology
Dr. Nicholas Esker: Nuclear Science
and (perhaps) even more.

AY 2025/2026 Schedule

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