2026
Giving Day 2026
Through April 1, 2026
Giving Day 2026 starts on March 31 at noon! For more than a century, the Physical Sciences Division (PSD) at the University of Chicago has defined the frontiers of astronomy, chemistry, computer science, geophysical sciences, physics, mathematics, and statistics. Rooted in bold inquiry and interdisciplinary collaboration, the PSD stands at the intersection of academic excellence, innovative partnerships with national laboratories, and pioneering research that drives the next wave of scientific inquiry. Your support during Giving Day fuels our ability to continue broadening student opportunities and advancing the transformative research that defines the PSD!
German Funding Information Session
10:30 am–12:15 pm Regenstein Library, Room 122
UChicago Global will host a German Funding Information Session. Representatives from leading German research organizations will provide an overview of funding programs, mobility schemes, and collaboration opportunities available to UChicago faculty, researchers, and students. Advance registration is required.
Arthur H. Compton Lecture Series | The Astroparticle Lens: Using Particles from Space to Understand Our World
11:00 am–12:00 pm Kersten Physics Teaching Center, room 106
Lecture series by Grainger Fellow Keith McBride will explore how these “messengers across the Universe” have evolved into a high-precision interdisciplinary toolkit with vast potential to enable scientific discoveries. This event is free and for the public. Attend in person or watch the livestream.
Project Hail Mary and the Science Behind Blockbuster Sci-Fi
2:45–3:30 pm Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo, Room S401-ABC
The recent slate of sci-fi blockbusters like Project Hail Mary, Fantastic Four: First Steps, and Predator: Badlands are pushing the limits of imagination and fueling the inspiration of real scientists. Meet ground-breaking researchers from Argonne National Laboratory and the University of Chicago to explore the science behind Project Hail Mary and other sci-fi films that have captivated moviegoers recently, and ask questions about making sci-fi a reality.
The panel is part of the Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo.
2025
Physics With A Bang!
11:00 am–4:00 pm Kersten Physics Teaching Center, Rm 106
Physics With A Bang! is a science event for the entire family! Enjoy fast, loud, surprising and beautiful physics demos, plus lab tours!
Arthur H. Compton Lecture Series--An Intro to Climate Systems Engineering
11:00 am Kersten Physics Teaching Center, room 106
An Introduction to Climate Systems Engineering is a multidisciplinary exploration of emerging approaches to reduce climate change itself and mitigate some of its risks. Featuring talks by leading researchers from the University of Chicago’s Climate Systems Engineering initiative (CSEI), this series will examine the science, technologies, and policy implications behind large-scale interventions such as sunlight reflection methods (SRM), open-systems carbon removal, and glacial preservation. Join us for a primer on what’s possible with this emerging field and what kinds of public policy and research are needed if society chooses to pursue these tools.
Arthur H. Compton Lecture Series--An Intro to Climate Systems Engineering
11:00 am Kersten Physics Teaching Center, room 106
An Introduction to Climate Systems Engineering is a multidisciplinary exploration of emerging approaches to reduce climate change itself and mitigate some of its risks. Featuring talks by leading researchers from the University of Chicago’s Climate Systems Engineering initiative (CSEI), this series will examine the science, technologies, and policy implications behind large-scale interventions such as sunlight reflection methods (SRM), open-systems carbon removal, and glacial preservation. Join us for a primer on what’s possible with this emerging field and what kinds of public policy and research are needed if society chooses to pursue these tools.
Arthur H. Compton Lecture Series--An Intro to Climate Systems Engineering
11:00 am Kersten Physics Teaching Center, room 106
An Introduction to Climate Systems Engineering is a multidisciplinary exploration of emerging approaches to reduce climate change itself and mitigate some of its risks. Featuring talks by leading researchers from the University of Chicago’s Climate Systems Engineering initiative (CSEI), this series will examine the science, technologies, and policy implications behind large-scale interventions such as sunlight reflection methods (SRM), open-systems carbon removal, and glacial preservation. Join us for a primer on what’s possible with this emerging field and what kinds of public policy and research are needed if society chooses to pursue these tools.
Arthur H. Compton Lecture Series--An Intro to Climate Systems Engineering
11:00 am Kersten Physics Teaching Center, room 106
An Introduction to Climate Systems Engineering is a multidisciplinary exploration of emerging approaches to reduce climate change itself and mitigate some of its risks. Featuring talks by leading researchers from the University of Chicago’s Climate Systems Engineering initiative (CSEI), this series will examine the science, technologies, and policy implications behind large-scale interventions such as sunlight reflection methods (SRM), open-systems carbon removal, and glacial preservation. Join us for a primer on what’s possible with this emerging field and what kinds of public policy and research are needed if society chooses to pursue these tools.
Memorial Symposium In Honor Of David Rowley
9:00 am–5:00 pm Henry Hinds Laboratory, Room 101
Memorial Symposium In Honor of David Rowley, hosted by: Sunny Park and Andrew Campbell
This seminar will be given both in person and over Zoom.