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The Art and Science of Stars

At USC Dornsife, we view stars differently. Join us as we explore the constellation of meanings these celestial bodies have in literature, physics, spatial sciences — and more. Read More

The Universe As We Know It

Teeming with countless planets, stars, galaxies — and perhaps a host of as yet unimagined phenomena — the universe is incomprehensibly large. Despite its massive nature, reality ultimately boils down to infinitesimal basic building blocks. No one is quite certain what they are, but two USC Dornsife physicists explain how scientists may be closer than ever to an answer. Read More

Life on the Holodeck

As theoretical physicists endeavor to understand the intricacies of mysterious black holes, strange theories of existence begin to emerge. Read More

Phantastic Physics?

Marvel’s latest superhero movie is proving less than fantastic, but is there any merit in the science portrayed? USC Dornsife physicist Clifford V. Johnson weighs in. Read More

In Memoriam: Darrell Judge, 79

Founding director of the USC Space Sciences Center, Darrell Judge, professor emeritus of physics, astronomy and astronautical engineering, taught at USC Dornsife for nearly a half century. Read More

Cerebral Cinema

The third annual USC Science Film Competition is underway. Organizer Clifford Johnson of USC Dornsife encourages all USC students interested in science and movies to enter. Read More