Physics is a fundamental discipline on which other sciences are built. We have to come to grips with the basic nature of matter and of forces in order to create a complete model of the universe. In the process, many new technologies such as lasers and quantum computing come to light that would never have been discovered by simply refining existing technologies. Research in physics ranges from the atoms and nuclei that make up the universe to the very practical application of optical and electronic engineering in areas such as photonics and telecommunications. Our research leads us into many new and challenging areas such as anti-matter, quantum computing and nonlinear optics, and also involves the development of special powerful instrumentation such as ultra high resolution three dimensional x-ray scanners.

	Department of Physics

The Department of Physics at the Australian National University is very proud of its experienced and enthusiastic staff members who are committed to providing the best possible education. We are also proud of the research being conducted in the Department and are looking for new and innovative ideas.

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	Research School of Physical Sciences & Engineering

Physical Sciences and Engineering at ANU represents Australia's foremost university based research activity in this area, involving several hundred academics, graduate students and support staff. ANU hosts a wide array of major multi-million dollar experimental facilities, many serving a national research role. The quality of research is reflected by a strong involvement in four ARC centres of excellence, a CRC and our hosting of three ARC research networks.

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