The UConn Physics Department has a vibrant community of graduate students working in cutting-edge research fields including:
- Astrophysics
- Atomic, Molecular and Optical (AMO) Physics
- Condensed Matter and Materials Physics
- Geophysics and planetary science
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
- UConn Institute of Material Science (IMS)
- UConn Polymer Program.
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