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Congratulations to Dr. Gary Bowman on the publication of his Quantum Physics textbook!
	\'Very well written, clear and to the point, and just at the right level to fill the regrettable gap between the maths-free popular books on quantum mechanics and the full courses in most textbooks.\' - Jeremy Butterfield, University of Cambridge.
Available at the NAU Bookstore or from Oxford University Press

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Observing Run to the MMT: Kuiper Belt Objects.
	Documents ongoing research by NAU astronomer Dr. Stephen Tegler, with a focus on discovering and recording objects in the region of our solar system known as the Kuiper Belt.QuickTime Movie Co-produced by Dan Boone, Bilby Research Center and Bill Ferris, NAU TV Services.
More from the Bilby Science Segments Video Series

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Congratulations to Dr. Nadine Barlow on the publication of her book about Mars!
	A comprehensive update of our current understanding of Mars. Presents the necessary background information at the start of each chapter to help non-specialists understand material from across a range of different disciplines. Covers the whole planet rather than focusing narrowly on one particular aspect.
Available at the NAU Bookstore or from Cambridge University Press

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P&A\'s Learning Community Creates the Winning Entry in Chili\'s Create-A-Pepper Contest

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Dedication of the
Barry L. Lutz Telescope
for Education and Training
Pictures from the Celebration

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Pi-Day 2009

Photos here!!

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Math, Physics & Astronomy Among the Top 20 Best Jobs in the U.S.A.
	Click here to see Wall Street Journal article.

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