Center for the Study of the Origin and Structure of Matter

Hampton University, Hampton VA

Investigators

Abstract

The Center for the Study of the Origin and Structure of Matter (COSM) aims to conduct research that has the potential to advance our understanding of the world through the lens of particle and nuclear physics. The Center also aims to be a doorway for empowering a network of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU's) to participate in these highly visible science projects. There are three components of the Center: (1) Experimental research at the frontiers of particle and nuclear physics at all of the COSM network universities. (2) Building and strengthening a collaborative network of researchers at HBCU's in these research activities. (3) Outreach to K-12 teachers and students, to invite and encourage these students to pursue careers in science.