Astronomy

Our research interests include the structure and evolution of close binary stars through modeling of light and velocity curves, multifrequency observations of quasars, blazars and other active galactic nuclei, and the evolution of star formation in dwarf galaxies (the LITTLE THINGS project).

Facilities

In addition to the Astronomical Consultants and Equipment (ACE) 24-inch (0.61-meter) Ritchey-Chretien telescope in the Stocker AstroScience Center, we have nine Celestron Classic 20-cm Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes which are compact and perfect for lunar and planetary observing. We also have a 30-cm Meade LX-200 Schmidt-Cassegrain and 28-cm Celestron computerized telescopes used for undergraduate research and public events.

Teaching

We offer courses in a variety of topics.

• Undergraduate
• Graduate

Outreach

We are dedicated to serving and educating the public by hosting discussions on astronomy and star parties for the community. We work closely with the Southern Cross Astronomical Society, a 10-university consortium, to introduce science, astronomy and the beauty of the night sky to schools, organizations and the general public throughout South Florida.