Department News

Innovative research on ferrimagnetic materials earns over $2.5M in funding to advance communication technologies
Two grants awarded to faculty in the Department of Physics will support research on ferrimagnetic materials and their potential applications in advancing communication technologies.
February 27, 2025Research

Physics research team makes new progress on renewable energy project in Botswana
Supported by a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant, researchers from USF’s College of Arts and Sciences Department of Physics have been engaged in a multi-year project to develop a portable, renewable energy source specifically designed for the needs of rural African communities.
July 30, 2024Research

Department of Physics professor leads study on novel structure spintronic devices
Dr. Xiaomei Jiang, associate professor in the Department of Physics, is a dedicated researcher in the field of spintronics. Spintronics is the study and use of the spin of electrons and holes to create faster and more efficient electronic devices. The goal of spintronic devices is to harness and manipulate electron spin to enhance data computing performance compared to conventional electronics.
April 30, 2024Research
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