Welcome to Caltech Physics

Caltech's physics faculty, researchers, and students are working at the forefront of the fields of theoretical and applied physics, exploring the fundamental laws of nature and applying their insights and discoveries to help us better understand the natural phenomena that exist throughout our universe. In PMA, research and academics are closely entwined. Students are exposed to the smallest scale of elementary particles, to condensed matter physics, to the largest structures of the universe and frequently enjoy opportunities to participate in cutting-edge research endeavors.