Welcome | Theoretical Astrophysics Program

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.

TAP is on YouTube

Jia Liu, Princeton September 17, 2018

TAP Fall 2018 Kickoff Event August 27, 2018

The TAP Steering Committee shares a short presentation to introduce everyone to new members and research, share current and future program goals, and preview annual activities including the Graduate Student Research Prize competition.

We are working to increase the focus on theoretical research at the UA and are excited to welcome the theory community to participate in all activities.

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Graduate Student Research Prize

Due date: Jan 15, 2019 5:00PM MST

Winner announced: Mid-February

Present research at March/April colloquium

General guidelines:

Eligibility: Current grad students or < one-year post Ph.D.
Original research on any theoretical astrophysics topic
Endorsement by research advisor (application collaboration encouraged)
Committee selection based on quality and originality

Guidelines for Graduate Student Research Prize (pdf)

View past nominated research papers here

For more information contact: Prof. Dimitrios Psaltis, TAP Chair (dpsaltis@email.arizona.edu), or the TAP Steering Committee.

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.

Application Instructions:

Due to limited funding, no new small grant proposals will be awarded until after July 1, 2018.
TAP Small Matching Grants

TAP Steering Committee

   Dimitrios Psaltis, Chair
   Gurtina Besla
   Andrew Youdin
   Erik Asphaug
   Isamu Matsuyama
   Ina Sarcevic

TAP Colloquium Organizing Committee

   Isamu Matsuyama
   Kaitlin Kratter
   Samuel Gralla