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It has evolved from the humble beginnings of counting stars and charting constellations with the naked eye to the highly advanced technological capabilities of ground-based and space-orbiting telescopes and satellites. Astrophysics is a branch of space science that applies the laws of physics and chemistry to seek to understand the universe and our place in it.UTRGV STSSI, STSSI, space, science, space science, research, astronomy, exoplanetery, gravitational-wave, astrophysics, observational, theoreticalAstronomy and Astrophysics/research-areas/astronomy-astrophysics/indexCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/research-areas/astronomy-astrophysics/indexerik.a.lopez01@utrgv.edu1704211954836julio.sanchez03@utrgv.edu1737125101613site-specific-searchenabledisplay-pre-footeryespage-thumbnailspace-tech-materialstrue1733248715138vikki.penix@utrgv.eduSpace Technology, Materials and MedicineSpace Technology, Materials and Medicine/research-areas/space-tech-materialsCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/research-areas/space-tech-materialserik.a.lopez01@utrgv.edu1704212032158vikki.penix@utrgv.edu1733248490132navigation_labelSpace Technology, Materials and MedicinemenuyessubmenuNohide-left-nav_blocks/research-areas/space-tech-materials/_blocksCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/research-areas/space-tech-materials/_blockserik.a.lopez01@utrgv.edu1704212032262erik.a.lopez01@utrgv.edu1704212032262indextrue1753933288195vikki.penix@utrgv.eduSpace Technology, Materials and MedicineFrom massive orbiting satellites to molecules undetectable without a nano-scope, this category of space science covers a board spectrum of the materials that allow humans to explore the cosmos beyond our stratosphere.UTRGV STSSI, STSSI, space, science, space science, research, space tech, technology, space materials, materials, space medicine, nanoscienceSpace Technology, Materials, and Medicine/research-areas/space-tech-materials/indexCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/research-areas/space-tech-materials/indexvikki.penix@utrgv.edu1730840538626vikki.penix@utrgv.edu1733249050202site-specific-searchenabledisplay-pre-footeryespage-thumbnailplanetary-sciencetrue1732730687400vikki.penix@utrgv.eduEarth and Planetary ScienceEarth and Planetary Science/research-areas/planetary-scienceCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/research-areas/planetary-scienceerik.a.lopez01@utrgv.edu1704212105948vikki.penix@utrgv.edu1733248785495navigation_labelEarth and Planetary SciencemenuyessubmenuNohide-left-nav_blocks/research-areas/planetary-science/_blocksCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/research-areas/planetary-science/_blockserik.a.lopez01@utrgv.edu1704212106110erik.a.lopez01@utrgv.edu1704212106110indextrue1753933288195vikki.penix@utrgv.eduEarth and Planetary ScienceThis field of study is comprised of multiple approaches including astrobiology, atmospheric science, geology, oceanography, and others. Together the various specialties study the origin, composition, structure, processes, and evolution of Earth and other planets within our solar system. UTRGV STSSI, STSSI, space, science, space science, research, earth science, planetary science, astrobiology, geomorphologyEarth and Planetary Science/research-areas/planetary-science/indexCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/research-areas/planetary-science/indexvikki.penix@utrgv.edu1730838457835vikki.penix@utrgv.edu1733248879279site-specific-searchenabledisplay-pre-footeryespage-thumbnailhubstrue1733248693038vikki.penix@utrgv.eduResearch HubsResearch Hubs/research-areas/hubsCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/research-areas/hubsvikki.penix@utrgv.edu1733177874009vikki.penix@utrgv.edu1733248461300navigation_labelResearch HubsmenuyessubmenuNohide-left-navin-situ-resource-utilazationtrueIn situ Resource UtilizationIn situ Resource Utilization/research-areas/hubs/in-situ-resource-utilazationCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/research-areas/hubs/in-situ-resource-utilazationvikki.penix@utrgv.edu1731617222708russell.dove@utrgv.edu1732744324356navigation_labelIn situ Resource UtilizationmenunosubmenuNohide-left-navYesindextrue1753933288195vikki.penix@utrgv.eduIn situ Resource UtilizationDr. Martirosyan’s research on consolidating lunar regolith simulant through combustion synthesis focuses on using an innovative technique to process and stabilize regolith material.UTRGV STSSI, STSSI, space, science, space science, research, ISRU, lunar, regolith, MartirosyanIn situ Resource Utilization/research-areas/hubs/in-situ-resource-utilazation/indexCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/research-areas/hubs/in-situ-resource-utilazation/indexvikki.penix@utrgv.edu1731617223897vikki.penix@utrgv.edu1732667652282site-specific-searchenabledisplay-pre-footernopage-thumbnail_blocks/research-areas/hubs/_blocksCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/research-areas/hubs/_blocksvikki.penix@utrgv.edu1733177874120vikki.penix@utrgv.edu1733177874120indextrue1753933288195vikki.penix@utrgv.eduResearch HubsEach of the faculty that comprise STSSI is an expert in their respective field. In addition to their roles at professor, almost all serve as mentors to graduate students and lead research labs and projects. Dive in to the various research hubs and learn how they are guiding the next generation of space science experts with the use of state-of-the-art equipment and methods.UTRGV STSSI, STSSI, space, science, space science, research, hubs, reasearch hubs, undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, labs, Astrobiochemnistry Lab, CTMO, Geomorphology Lab, ISRU, SEERS, STARGATE Research Hubs/research-areas/hubs/indexCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/research-areas/hubs/indexvikki.penix@utrgv.edu1733177875135vikki.penix@utrgv.edu1740080662282site-specific-searchdisabledisplay-pre-footeryespage-thumbnailindextrue1753933288195vikki.penix@utrgv.eduResearchWith interests in Astronomy and Astrophysics; Space Technology, Materials and Medicine; and Earth and Planetary Science, the South Texas Space Science Institute is exploring a broad range of research topics.space, science, space science, institute, about, mission, vision, STEM, astronomy, astrophysics, space technology, space materials, space medicine, Earth science, planetary scienceResearch/research-areas/indexCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/research-areas/indexerik.a.lopez01@utrgv.edu1702571849536vikki.penix@utrgv.edu1740082464229site-specific-searchdisabledisplay-pre-footeryespage-thumbnaileducationtrue1734476783012vikki.penix@utrgv.eduEducationEducation/educationCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/educationerik.a.lopez01@utrgv.edu1702571974424vikki.penix@utrgv.edu1731007864133navigation_labelEducationmenuyessubmenuNohide-left-navreutrue1738359724100vikki.penix@utrgv.eduResearch Experience for UndergraduatesResearch Experience for Undergraduates/education/reuCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/education/reuvikki.penix@utrgv.edu1727711360858vikki.penix@utrgv.edu1734123703652site-specific-searchdisabledisplay-pre-footeryespage-thumbnailindextrue1753933288195vikki.penix@utrgv.eduResearch Experience for UndergraduatesThe Research Experience for Undergraduates program enhances the academic and professional opportunities for undergraduates pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), benefiting underrepresented students at this Hispanic Serving Institution.REU, Research Experience for Undergraduates, RET, UTRGV, STSSI, space, science, reu, research, undergraduate, ret, research experience summer program, mentor, menteeThis initiative allows students to engage in hands-on, in-person research in a wide range of projects, expanding their exposure to advanced research activities. This particular grant, under the guidance of UTRGV Physics, has been renewed with a significant update granting the integration of Fine Arts undergraduates, and transitioning from a STEM to a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) initiative. 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Check us out.UTRGV STSSI, STSSI, space, science, space science, institute, about, mission, vision, STEM, Bacher's degree, Master's degree, PhD degreeTo strengthen the impact that space exploration is having on South Texas, UTRGV recently created the South Texas Space Science Institute (STSSI) to meet the academic and economic challenges facing our communities. Our aim is to expand access to diverse and inclusive STEM career opportunities in the Rio Grande Valley.About Us/about-us/indexCOS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0site://COS - South Texas Space Science Institute - STSSI 3.0/about-us/indexerik.a.lopez01@utrgv.edu1702074927797vikki.penix@utrgv.edu1753931915966site-specific-searchdisabledisplay-pre-footeryespage-thumbnailindextrue1753933288195vikki.penix@utrgv.eduWelcome to STSSISTSSI is an interdisciplinary space science institute that spans multiple departments within UTRGV and includes internationally recognized research centers; the Center for Gravitational Wave Astronomy and the Center for Advance Radio Astronomy. Through workshops, research-focused visitors' programs, and public outreach events held here in the Rio Grande Valley, STSSI and our dedicated partners aim to instill curiosity in the space sciences.Plug in to UTRGV's newest institute, the South Texas Space Science Institute and discover how we're working to instill curiosity in the space science in the Lower Rio Grande Valley.UTRGV STSSI, south texas space science institute, space, science, space science, institute, workshops, programs, Rio Grande Valley, STSSI, STEM, outreachSTSSI is an interdisciplinary space science institute that spans multiple departments within UTRGV and includes internationally recognized research centers; the Center for Gravitational Wave Astronomy and the Center for Advance Radio Astronomy. 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The Infinite Frontier Speaker Series

 

Listening to the Cosmos: How the Moon Will Reveal the Dark Universe

Thursday, April 10, 2025

Our third and final talk of the Spring 2025 semester featured Astrophysicist Dr. Karan Jani, founding director of Vanderbilt Lunar Labs Initiative.

Dr. Jani shared how Earth's only natural satellite - the Moon - could become our planet's next great observatory. As the U.S. returns to its surface through the Artemis program, the possibility arises to utilize the lunar surface as a platform to detect gravitational waves with revolutionary new project, the Laser Interferometer Lunar Antenna or LILA. Dr. Jani explored how by listening to these cosmic vibrations, LILA will test Einstein’s theory of relativity from the event horizons of black holes to the vast cosmic expansion driven by Dark Energy.


Probing the Universe's Most Energetic Explosions: A South Texas Odyssey

Thursday, March. 13, 2025

The second talk of the Spring 2025 series featured UTRGV Department of Physics and Astronomy Professor and Director of the Center for Gravitational Wave Astronomy, Dr. Mario Diaz. 

Dr. Diaz explored the mysteries of our Universe. Since the discovery of Gamma Ray explosions in the 1960s, astronomers have obtained more and more information about what these explosions are and what causes them. During his talk, Dr. Diaz shared the setbacks and successes of establishing an astronomical observatory in the Southern Hemisphere to study these phenomena. 


Exploring Our Universe via NASA's James Webb Space Telescope

Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2025

This first talk of the Spring 2025 series featured University of Texas at San Antonio Professor of Astrophysics Dr. Chris Packham who shared recent images from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). Launched into orbit in December of 2021, the JWST is the largest telescope ever placed in space, allowing astrophysicists to study the full history of the cosmos and representing a profound step forward in our understanding of the universe we inhabit. In his presentation, Dr. Packham highlighted some of the recent images produced the by the NASA-led facility, discussed his own research that utilizes JWST, and introduced the next-generation flagship observatory, already in initial design stages.


Expanding the Limits of Speedcubing

Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024

This second talk in our series featured US National and World Champion Speedcuber Anthony Brooks. Brooks explored the complexity of speedcubing, questioning the nature of limits. He discussed how improvements to strategies, techniques and hardware have shaped – both expected and unexpected – breakthroughs. He also demonstrated how the blend of human intuition with computer-aided insights allowed him to master a 2,000-algorithm system dubbed “the holy grail of Rubik’s Cube solving.” Finaly, he examined emerging training approaches and further advanced optimizations that have potential to take world-class speedcubing to unimaginable levels.


Gravitational Waves, Pulsars and Metronomes

Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024

The first talk was be led by STSSI Director Dr. Joseph Romano, an expert in the detection of gravitational waves and an active member of the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) Scientific Collaboration and the North American Nanohertz Observatory for Gravitational Waves (NANOGrav) Consortium. Dr. Romano shared his expertise on how black holes are observed using methods beyond the visual spectrum. He also shared how astronomers are utilizing pulsars as "galactic-scale gravitational wave detectors."

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