In 1985, The University of Arizona established an interdisciplinary Theoretical Astrophysics Program to foster scientific and academic links amongst the Physics, Astronomy, and Planetary Sciences departments, as well as the Applied Mathematics program and the NOAO. This program administers a colloquium series, a matching grants program, and prizes for student research.
Theoretical Astrophysics Program Membership
The Program is always pleased to recruit new members who would participate in Program activities. The University of Arizona's faculty, researchers and students interested in joining the Program are invited to submit an application directly to any member of the TAP Steering Committee. The application should consist of a CV and a cover letter explaining how their research and training relate to the Theoretical Astrophysics Program. Involvement in Program activities prior to a formal application for membership is not required, but is strongly encouraged. Potential applicants are also encouraged to discuss their application with Steering Committee members.
Applicants can join the Program as "Faculty Affiliate Members", "Research Associate Members" or "Graduate Student Members", as appropriate.
Small Matching Grants Program
The Theoretical Astrophysics Program invites one-page proposals for small matching grants in support of theoretical astrophysics research at The University of Arizona.
2015 - 2016 TAP Small Matching Grants
TAP Graduate Student Research Prize
For more info regarding this award and how to apply, click link below:
2015 Graduate Student Research Prize Info
2015 Winner: Youngmin JeongAhn
View the nominated research papers here
For more information contact Prof. Renu Malhotra, TAP Chair (renu@lpl.arizona.edu), or the TAP Steering Committee.
TAP Steering Committee (2015-2016):
Renu Malhotra, Chair
William Hubbard
Isamu Matsuyama
Ina Sarcevic
Shufang Su
Dimitrios Psaltis
TAP Colloquium Organizing Committee (2016-2017):
Isamu Matsuyama
Gurtina Besla
Samuel Gralla