Groselj et al. use PIC simulations of strong electromagnetic turbulence as a possible mechanism for explaining observed X-ray emission from black hole coronae, specifically comparing predictions with Cygnus X-1. Read here: astrobites.org/2024/03/23/tur…

Congratulations to Dr. Richard Anantua (co-PI for Black Hole group) on winning the research achievement award from the 2024 University of Texas - San Antonio Excellence Awards! Well deserved award for his advancements on black hole physics with EHT.

SCEECS extends their deepest condolences to the Simons Family during this diffcult time. We are incredibly thankful for Dr. Jim Simons generosity, dedicated work to STEM, and innovation to the field.

Join us next summer at UT-San Antonio for the SCEECS summer school/research program. Aimed at higher level undergraduates and graduate students. Scan the QR code for application details.

One of our collaborating institutions is recruiting for graduate students. The department has 11 full-time faculty with funding for graduate assistantships that include tuition waivers and a wide range of research areas. More information here: illinoisstate.edu/academics/phys…

SCEECS collaborator and UTSA PhD student Nate Lujan gave a press conference at the 246th AAS meeting. He discussed his recent paper findings over the relation between black holes, dark matter, and galaxy formation. Read here: utsa.edu/today/2025/06/…