The T32 program is a National Institutes of Health initiative designed to bolster biomedical and behavioral research training in the U.S. The NIH T32 program provides stipends, travel money and training-related expenses for predoctoral and postdoctoral trainees while equipping them with the skills and experience necessary to become leaders in their fields.
The Compact Muon Solenoid Collaboration at CERN, which includes significant contributions from Purdue physicists, has been awarded the 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics for its groundbreaking work at the Large Hadron Collider in Geneva, Switzerland. Dubbed the “Oscars of Science,” the Breakthrough Prizes honor transformative achievements in the fields of fundamental physics, life sciences and mathematics.
Caltech president and pioneering physicist Thomas Rosenbaum, an expert in the promising field of quantum physics, joined Purdue President Mung Chiang on Thursday (April 10) at Fowler Hall for a conversation as part of the Presidential Lecture Series. Rosenbaum, also the Sonja and William Davidow Presidential Chair and Professor of Physics at Caltech, spoke with Chiang on “A Second Quantum Revolution: Harnessing Quantum Technology for the Future.”
Alum Brian Bobay says he might have the perfect job for a racing fan with an interest in history — he’s the tour operations manager at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. In this Q&A, Bobay shares what guests can expect now that the museum has reopened following an extensive renovation. Spoiler alert: It’s much more immersive and interactive.
I’d like to give a big thumbs-up to Matthew (Student Life Marketing) for his exceptional dedication to preparing our annual Perspectives publication. Despite juggling multiple writing responsibilities, he has remained flexible and has been buckling up to get the work done. His hard work has been a pivotal part of our team’s success during a busy season, and his continual jokes help make Purdue an engaging place to work. — Megan McCardle (Student Life Marketing)
