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Academics
Undergraduate students at Rochester who are interested in planetary science can take coursework in a variety of related disciplines.
Research
Planetary science research at Rochester covers multiple domains and takes many forms, including astronomy simulations and geochemical observations.
Recent Publications
Rochester researchers’ published work shapes and expands our fundamental knowledge about planetary science.
Calendar
- RIT AST Colloquium—Meets at 4 p.m. alternate Mondays
- UR Astrophysics Colloquium—Meets at 4 p.m. alternate Mondays
- Astronomy Journal Club—Meets at 3:45 p.m. alternate Thursdays
- Earth and Planetary Science Reading Group—Meets at 3 p.m. alternate Tuesdays
About Planetary Science
Planetary science involves investigating planets in our solar system (including Earth) as well as all the known moons and populations of small bodies. The study of “exoplanets”—meaning planets and planetary systems orbiting other stars—is also part of planetary science.
Spotlight
What's New
Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) Minor
The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences now offers a minor in Earth and planetary sciences. This minor would appeal primarily to students pursuing majors in STEM fields who are interested in careers in earth resources, space research, and administration. Public service employers include NASA, the EPA, and the US Geological Survey. There are also several opportunities in private exploration and in the academic field, including graduate studies.
Photo credit: NASA
Feature Story
The Laser Lab: A Unique Resource
The University’s Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) is the largest university-based Department of Energy research program in the nation. It also houses the most powerful laser systems found at any academic institution in the world. At the lab, researchers from all over the world probe the extremes of temperature and pressure in laboratory-scale experiments.
Other Research Resources
