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High-energy-density physics lets us study and understand how atoms react under extremely high-pressure conditions.
Laser Lab
The Laboratory for Laser Energetics is home to the OMEGA laser, the world’s largest university-based laser.
Degree Programs
We offer PhD programs with concentrations in high-energy-density physics, plasma physics, and inertial confinement fusion studies.

Feature Story
Future physicists experience research firsthand during internship at Rochester
The University of Rochester’s hosted a five-week internship program for area high school students to learn about high-energy-density physics, perform lab experiments, and work on projects with Rochester physics and astronomy graduate students.
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