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Experiencing Totality

March 13, 2024

Fred Espenak, a retired NASA astrophysicist and UToledo alumnus known as “Mr. Eclipse,” shared personal stories about chasing eclipses for more than 50 years as well as what to expect during the April 8 total solar eclipse over Toledo during his Tuesday evening lecture at Doermann Theatre as part of the Doermann Distinguished Lecture.


Ukrainian Exhibition Opens March 11 in Carlson Library

March 11, 2024

The three-week exhibition runs through Sunday, March 31, on the second floor of Carlson Library.


UToledo Astronomer Chairs James Webb Space Telescope Users Committee

March 8, 2024

Led by Dr. J.D. Smith, a professor and director of the Ritter Astrophysical Research Center, the users committee acts as a liaison between users and operators of the James Webb Space Telescope.


NSM Hosting MathCorps Super Saturdays Camp Through May 4

March 7, 2024

The free, eight-week spring program for area high school students is focused on data science. Registration ends Friday.


UToledo Environmental Scientist to Collaborate on $8.4M Tidal Marsh Research Project

March 6, 2024

Dr. Inke Forbrich is an assistant professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences.


Undergraduate Eclipse Ambassador Shares Excitement, Education Ahead of April 8

March 6, 2024

Milo Eckhardt, a junior studying physics with a concentration in astrophysics, is participating in a NASA-funded program that pairs students with eclipse enthusiasts in their geographic communities.


UToledo to Host Community Eclipse Viewing Event on April 8

March 6, 2024

Students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to experience the eclipse on campus between noon and 6 p.m. Monday, April 8.


James Webb Research Opens Groundbreaking Opportunities for Graduate Student

March 5, 2024

Sam Beiler, a doctoral student in physics, is the first author on a research article presenting the first nearly complete spectral energy distribution of a Y dwarf.


Astronomy Informs Calendrical Considerations Behind Leap Years

February 29, 2024

Dr. Michael Cushing, a professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy and director of the Ritter Planetarium, explores the history of Feb. 29th.


Eclipse Expert Presents Doermann Distinguished Lecture on March 12

February 28, 2024

UToledo alumnus Fred Espenak will present his free, public lecture at 7 p.m. in Doermann Theatre.