Climate and Space
science-driven engineering
CLASP NEWS
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Parker Solar Probe Gears Up for Closest Approach to the Sun in History
With leadership from University of Michigan researchers, the NASA Parker Solar Probe gears up to make history with its closest approach to the Sun.
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When Solar Probes Align: Data Confirms the Sun’s Magnetic Field Accelerates Solar Wind
A new study led by University of Michigan researchers published in The Astrophysical Journal confirms the sun’s magnetic field accelerates solar wind as it relaxes.
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Congratulations to our new Climate & Space PhD!
After receiving his doctoral degree, Dr. Muccio plans to use his expertise in climate science and his background in engineering, sustainable infrastructure, and renewable energy to aid the public.
MORE CLIMATE & SPACE NEWS
CLASP Seminar Series
We’re proud to present a series of lectures from leaders in the fields of climate and space engineering, as part of the Seminar Series in the U-M Department of Climate and Space Sciences and Engineering.
Mission to Touch the Sun
Our scientists and scholars at U-M Climate and Space are leading many initiatives to study the Sun and the heliosphere, including working on the NASA Parker Solar Probe.
ACADEMICS
Undergraduate Programs
Learn about our bachelor’s degrees in climate and meteorology and space science and engineering.
Graduate Programs
Take your education to the next level with a master’s of engineering, master’s of science or PhD degree.
Why Climate & Space?
Gain the foundation to join the next generation of innovators and explorers serving the common good.
RESEARCH AREAS
Student Life
Our students benefit from an immersive experience, with opportunities to compete in scientific challenges and travel the world. They enjoy social events with GUStO (Graduate and Undergraduate Student Organization), and they choose from a variety of extracurriculars, ranging from the Michigan Bioastronautics team to the student delegation to the U.N. Convention on Climate Change.
Engineering Across Borders
Michigan eTrek
Space Physics Research Laboratory celebrates its 75th year.
For 3/4 of a century, the Space Physics Research Laboratory (SPRL) at the University of Michigan has dreamt up and designed instruments to expand our understanding of this world and the galaxy beyond.
Read more about the Space Physics Research Laboratory: https://news.engin.umich.edu/2021/07/answers-inc-a-brief-history-of-u-ms-space-physics-research-laboratory/